Red Velvet Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade red velvet cupcakes. These charming treats feature a moist, velvety texture complemented by a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual gatherings, these cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also offer a balanced flavor that combines sweet and tangy notes. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a batch that will impress your friends and family every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red gel food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake pans with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just blended.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Frost cooled cupcakes with cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg