Red Velvet Cupcakes
Red Velvet Cupcakes are a delightful treat that perfectly blends rich cocoa flavor with buttery sweetness, all topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. Their stunning red hue and light, fluffy texture make them an eye-catching addition to any dessert table or coffee break. Easy to prepare, these cupcakes promise to impress your friends and family at any occasion. Let’s dive into this simple recipe for a delicious indulgence!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients; stir until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg