Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety delight of red velvet cupcakes topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. These charming treats are perfect for any celebration or a cozy night in. Their stunning red hue and exquisite flavor will leave your guests craving more. Easy to make, even for beginners, these cupcakes are a delightful way to treat yourself or share with loved ones.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cupcake tins with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and vegetable oil until blended. Add buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; stir until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula; mix until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cupcakes in tins for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until desired consistency is reached.
- Once cooled, generously frost each cupcake and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg