Ingredients

  • 2 c. plain flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 bottle red food coloring
  • 1 tsp. vinegar
  • 1 tsp. cocoa
  • 3/4 c. salad oil
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 c. buttermilk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Method

  • Sift flour, baking powder, salt and cocoa.
  • In separate bowl, cream oil and 1 1/2 cups sugar.
  • Add eggs, one at a time.
  • Beat well after each addition.
  • Add food color.
  • Mix well until blended. Combine buttermilk and baking soda.
  • Mix well.
  • Add to oil-sugar mixture alternately with dry ingredients.
  • Add vinegar and vanilla. Mix well.
  • Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Makes 2 layers.