Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Red Velvet Cupcakes, a classic dessert that combines a moist texture with vibrant color and rich flavor. Topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for any celebration, be it birthdays, holidays, or just a sweet treat at home. The unique blend of cocoa powder and buttermilk gives them an irresistible taste that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe is ideal for both novice and experienced bakers alike. With their stunning presentation and melt-in-your-mouth goodness, these Red Velvet Cupcakes are bound to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups cake flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons distilled vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture alternating with buttermilk.
- Mix vinegar with baking soda in a small bowl; fold into batter gently.
- Fill liners two-thirds full and bake for about 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cupcakes before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 244
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 191mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 34mg