Red Velvet is not just chocolate cake died red (no, it’s not!). Red Velvet cake gets its name from the velvety smooth texture created by buttermilk sponge cake and just a pinch of cocoa powder. Super moist, super delicious. These three crimson layers you won’t soon forget. Between each layer and coating the cake is silky vanilla Swiss Meringue Buttercream. Light and airy, this buttercream redefines decadence. Our red velvet cake is decorated with two bright red roses and a sultry maroon peony.