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Red Velvet Cupcakes

Moist, fluffy, and decadently red, these classic Red Velvet Cupcakes are topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations, they offer a subtle cocoa flavor and gorgeous appearance.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 persons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 155 g all-purpose flour
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 12 g unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 g baking soda
  • 2 g salt
  • 120 ml buttermilk
  • 120 ml vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 15 ml red food coloring (liquid)
  • 5 ml white vinegar
  • 5 ml vanilla extract
  • 115 g cream cheese softened
  • 60 g unsalted butter softened
  • 180 g powdered sugar sifted
  • 2 ml vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 2 medium mixing bowls
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 electric mixer or hand mixer
  • 1 muffin tin (12 capacity)
  • 12 paper cupcake liners
  • 1 rubber spatula
  • 1 wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line the muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.
  2. In the first bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In the second bowl, combine sugar, oil, and eggs. Beat on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add buttermilk, red food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture. Mix until well blended.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until smooth and combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Transfer cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  9. To make the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  10. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then beat until light and fluffy.
  11. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with cream cheese frosting using a spatula or piping bag.
  12. For extra flair, sprinkle a few red velvet crumbs or festive sprinkles on top of the frosted cupcakes.
  13. Ensure all ingredients, especially the eggs and cream cheese, are at room temperature for the best results.
  14. Do not overmix the batter to keep the cupcakes tender.

Notes

For extra flair, sprinkle a few red velvet crumbs or festive sprinkles on top of the frosted cupcakes.
Ensure all ingredients, especially the eggs and cream cheese, are at room temperature for the best results.
Do not overmix the batter to keep the cupcakes tender.