Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of these red velvet cupcakes topped with creamy frosting—perfect for any celebration or sweet craving!
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 salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk mixed with vinegar)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix granulated sugar and vegetable oil until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Customize your frosting by adding different extracts like almond or lemon for unique flavors. For added texture, consider folding in chocolate chips before baking.