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17 Red Velvet Dessert Recipes You Need To Try

Updated: Oct 17, 2022 · Published: Jan 17, 2019 by Kara · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

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I think red velvet desserts are just so beautiful. From southern red velvet cake, to cupcakes, cookies and bars. Make them from scratch or from a mix, they’re the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

17 Red Velvet Dessert Recipes You Need to Try

Here are 17 red velvet dessert recipes you need to try. Make them for that special someone, or just make them for yourself! (Cuz you’re special too!)

Red Velvet Cake Milkshake

We’re starting things off with something really different and not what you’d normally think of when someone says red velvet. It’s actually a red velvet shake. Love this idea.

Red Velvet Cake Milkshake

See the recipe here: Red Velvet Cake Milkshake by myorganizedchaos.net

Double Chocolate Red Velvet Cake Shake

And if you want a double chocolate version, you’ll want to check out this one. So yummy!

double chocolate red velvet cake shake

See the recipe here: Double Chocolate Red Velvet Cake Recipe by amagicalmess.com

Red Velvet Waffle Recipe

And because you’ll want red velvet ideas for breakfast too, here are a few:

red velvet waffles

See the recipe here: Red Velvet Waffle Recipe by savingdollarsandsense.com

Red Velvet Pancakes

red velvet pancakes

See the recipe here: Red Velvet Pancakes by foodal.com

Red Velvet Sour Cream Cake

There’s nothing like good old fashioned Southern Red Velvet Cake and this one is made with sour cream, so it’s super moist.

red velvet sour cream cake

See the recipe here: Sour Cream Red Velvet Cake by I Scream for Buttercream

Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Layer Cake

You can’t go wrong combining three of the best things ever…red velvet, chocolate chips and cheesecake.

red velvet chocolate chip cheesecake cake

See the recipe here: Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Layer Cake by itsybitsykitchen.com

Red Velvet Fudge Recipe

I really like this idea. It’s so different and added to a cute little bakery box, would make it the perfect gift for Valentine’s.

red velvet fudge recipe

See the recipe here: Red Velvet Fudge Recipe by thecountrychiccottage.net

Easy Red Velvet Cheesecake

I’m a huge fan of cheesecake and this red velvet cheesecake looks SO good and it’s super easy too.

red velvet cheesecake

See the recipe here: Easy Red Velvet Cheesecake by spendwithpennies.com

Gluten Free Vegan Red Velvet Cake

Do you want to have your red velvet fun, but need it gluten free and vegan? Here ya go!

gluten free red velvet cake

See the recipe here: Gluten Free Vegan Red Velvet Cake by rhiansrecipes.com

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Oh I am so in on this one. Look how chewy they look!

red velvet cheesecake brownies

See the post here: Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies by myorganizedchaos.net

Red Velvet Chewy Bars

These bars are simply the easiest cake bars you’ll ever make. Promise.

Red Velvet Chewy Bars

See the recipe here: Red Velvet Chewy Bars by I Scream for Buttercream

Mini Red Velvet Brownies

These are so cute! And since they’re mini, that means you can eat more, right?

mini red velvet brownies

See the recipe here: Mini Red Velvet Brownies by thebakingchocolatess.com

Red Velvet Cake Cookies

These look so good. I love chewy cookies and white chocolate chips, so I’m definitely trying these out.

Red Velvet Cookies

See the recipe here: Red Velvet Cake Cookies by dudethatcookz.com

Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars

These are absolutely beautiful. Yes these are red, white and blue, but you don’t need to wait until the 4th of July to make these. You should make these all year round.

Fourth of July Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars

See the recipe here: Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars by bakingamoment.com

Red Velvet Zebra Bundt Cake

This one is so stinkin’ cute y’all. I love the zebra cakes and this one is really eye-catching.

red velvet zebra bundt cake

See the recipe here: Red Velvet Zebra Bunt Cake by bakingamoment.com

4 Ingredient Red Velvet Cookies

Because you can never have too many red velvet cookie options and these look just like those chocolate crackle cookies. So good and you just need four ingredients!

4 ingredient red velvet cookies

See the recipe here: 4 Ingredient Red Velvet Cookies by eatingonadime.com

Red Velvet Cupcake Ideas

This isn’t a recipe really, but more of a tutorial. They’re super cute and customizable, which makes them a perfect gift for that special person.

red velvet cupcake ideas

See the tutorial here: Easy to Make Red Velvet Cupcake Ideas by naturalbeachliving.com

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