Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of our Red Velvet Cupcakes, a delightful dessert that brings elegance to any occasion. These charming treats boast a moist crumb with just a hint of cocoa and a stunning crimson hue, all topped with luscious cream cheese frosting that perfectly balances sweetness and tang. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this straightforward recipe makes baking these beauties a breeze. With easy-to-follow instructions and handy tips, you’ll not only impress your family and friends but also enjoy every step of the baking process.
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 (or milk + vinegar)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix vegetable oil and sugar until blended. Add eggs one at a time followed by buttermilk and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Stir in red food coloring until the batter is bright crimson.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg