Description
Indulge in the luxurious taste of red velvet cupcakes topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. These delightful treats are not just visually stunning with their vibrant red hue; they also deliver a rich flavor profile that combines cocoa and vanilla for an unforgettable dessert experience. Whether it’s a festive occasion or a casual gathering, these cupcakes elevate any moment into a celebration.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel preferred)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar until desired sweetness is reached.
- Once cupcakes are completely cooled, frost generously with the cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg