Although red velvet cake is technically a cocoa-based cake, its crimson color is a signature element that makes it so special. Most recipes call for food dye to achieve the well known red hue.

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration announced a ban on Red dye No. 3 on Wednesday, Jan. 15. Several popular brands, who sell food products with FD&C Red No. 3, will have until Jan. 15, 2027 or Jan ...

and red velvet recipes required red dye to achieve the desired hue. Don’t want to use red food coloring in your red velvet cake? You can try a few other methods to create a vibrant dessert.

Traditionally, red velvet cake does not contain any food dye. According to Betty Crocker's website, some pastry chefs use (or previously used) beets as a coloring agent. Others have attributed the ...

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration announced a ban on Red dye No. 3 on Wednesday, Jan. 15. Several popular brands, who sell food products with FD&C Red No. 3, will have until Jan. 15, 2027 ...