Homemade Red Velvet Cupcakes
Irresistible Homemade Red Velvet Cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, known for their moist, tender crumb and vibrant color. Perfect for special occasions or elevating an ordinary day.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 18-22 mins
- Total Time: 40-42 mins
- Yield: 24 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 ½ cups All-purpose flour
1 ½ cups Granulated sugar
2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon Baking soda
½ teaspoon Salt
2 Large eggs
1 ½ cups Vegetable oil
1 cup Buttermilk
1 teaspoon Distilled white vinegar
2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
1-2 tablespoons Red food coloring
8 ounces Cream cheese
½ cup Unsalted butter
4 cups Powdered sugar
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two standard muffin tins with paper liners
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt
- In a separate bowl, mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, vinegar, vanilla, and red food coloring
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined
- Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full with the batter
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clea
- Cool the cupcakes for 5 minutes in the pans before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely
- For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy. Stir in vanilla and salt
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the cream cheese frosting
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
Measure flour correctly to avoid dense cupcakes.
Do not overmix the batter to keep the cupcakes tender.
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