There’s something extra special about baking during the holiday season, and this Christmas Red Velvet Loaf captures that festive joy in every slice. With its deep crimson color and soft, velvety crumb, it brings instant holiday cheer to your kitchen—even before it hits the oven. The warm vanilla-cocoa aroma fills the air as it bakes, creating that cozy “Christmas time is here” feeling we all crave. It’s the kind of recipe that feels nostalgic and celebratory all at once, making it perfect for gifting, entertaining, or enjoying with a mug of hot cocoa by the tree’s glow.
But what truly takes this loaf from delightful to unforgettable is the sweet, glossy glaze that drips over the top like fresh snowfall. Add a generous sprinkling of festive holiday sprinkles, and suddenly you have a dessert that looks straight off a Christmas bakery display. It’s simple to make yet show-stopping to serve—exactly the kind of holiday bake you’ll want to add to your yearly traditions. Whether you’re sharing it with loved ones or savoring it yourself, this Red Velvet Loaf is guaranteed to bring a little extra sparkle to your season.
Ingredients
- Flour— 2 cups
- Cocoa Powder— 2 tablespoons
- White Sugar— 1 cup
- Buttermilk— 3/4 cup
- Vegetable Oil— 1/2 cup
- 2 Large Eggs
- Vanilla Extract— 1 teaspoon
- Salt— 1 teaspoon
- Baking Powder— 1 teaspoon
- Baking Soda— 1/2 teaspoon
- Red Food Coloring— 1 tablespoon
Powdered Sugar Glaze
- Powdered Sugar— 1-1/2 cups
- Milk— 2-3 tablespoons
What You’ll Need
- 9×5 Inch Loaf Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Cooling Rack
How to Make Christmas Red Velvet Loaf
- Preheat oven to 350F. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, white sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
- Now add in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt then stir in dry ingredients while alternating between pouring in the buttermilk.
- Coat a 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray and pour in the batter then bake for 35 minutes or until the edges are crispy.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Once the loaf cake has completely cooled (this can take up to one hour), start preparing the glaze.
- Combine powdered sugar and milk, mixing until a glaze forms. Add more powdered sugar for a thicker glaze and more milk for a more runny consistency.
- Pour the glaze over the loaf, it will set as it cools. Use some Christmas themed sprinkles for a more festive feel.
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