Red Velvet Pound Cake Ingredients For the Pound Cake: 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 ½ cups granulated sugar 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened 5 large eggs 1 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 ounce red food coloring (liquid or gel) 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt For the Cream Cheese Glaze: 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 cups powdered sugar 2–3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For Garnish: