Red Velvet Cupcakes
These Red Velvet Cupcakes are a stunning treat, with their rich, moist texture and vibrant red color. Topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting, they are perfect for any celebration or as a sweet snack. Download the recipe and bake these show-stopping cupcakes easily in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the 12 cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cupcakes cool, prepare the cream cheese frosting. Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until creamy and fluffy.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the cream cheese frosting.
- Enjoy these delicious Red Velvet Cupcakes with family and friends.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with sprinkles or edible glitter for an extra festive touch.