Buddy Valastro's Red Velvet Cake

Buddy Valastro from Cake Boss makes great pastries. A few months ago I had the opportinuty to go to his bakery in New Jersey. It was really good but I only ate a little bit because none of it is gluten free. This is his recipe for red velvet. People who claim they don't like red velvet, love this cake. See Buttercream Frosting for frosting recipe

2 1/4 cups flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 stick butter-room temperature
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
2 tsp. distilled white vinegar
1 tsp baking soda

1.Preheat over to 350. Grease two 9 in rounds or line 24 cupcakes
2. Sift flour and cocoa in small bowl
3. beat butter until creamy. Add sugar and beat on medium speed until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each. Add food coloring, a little at a time. (be careful because if you add too much it will taste bitter) and vanilla. On low speed, beat in flour mixture alternating with buttermilk. In small bowl, stir together vinegar and baking soda. Add to batter.
4. Divide into liners. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out completely clean.