Ingredients
– 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
– 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
– 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
– 2 large eggs, room temperature
– 2 tablespoons red food coloring
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Instructions
Creating Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting is a straightforward process if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder until well combined.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar until smooth.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fill Cupcake Liners: Use a scoop or spoon to fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
6. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Make the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
9. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, generously frost each one with the cream cheese frosting using a spatula or piping bag.
10. Decorate: Optionally, you can sprinkle some cocoa powder or red sprinkles on top of the frosting for an extra special touch.
These steps will guide you in creating these incredible cupcakes effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 3g