DAISY KING/MISS DAISY'S KITCHEN
RED VELVET CAKE
1/2 c butter, softened
1/2 c shortening
2 c sugar
4 eggs
2-1/2 c all-purpose flour
1 t soda
1/2 t salt
4 T cocoa
1 c buttermilk
1 t vanilla
3 T red food coloring
Assemble all ingredients and utensils. In large bowl of mixer, cream butter, shortening and sugar. Add eggs one at a time. Combine flour, soda, salt and cocoa, gradually add to butter mixture; alternating with buttermilk. Add vanilla and food coloring. Blend well. Distribute batter evenly among three 9-inch greased and floured cake pans. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool and frost. Yield: 15 to 18 servings.
FROSTING
1-16 oz box of confectioners sugar
1 c butter, softened
1 t vanilla extract
4 T heavy cream
1/2 c shredded coconut
1 t red food coloring
In a large bowl of mixer, blend confectioners sugar, butter, vanilla and cream until smooth and fluffy. Additional cream may be needed for the perfect consistency. Frost between layers, and assemble. Tint coconut with red food coloring and sprinkle over top.
