Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in the timeless allure of Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting, a dessert that combines stunning visuals with irresistible flavor. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are made with rich cocoa, tangy buttermilk, and a hint of vanilla, all brought to life with their iconic red hue. Topped with a luxuriously smooth cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes strike the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. Ideal for any celebration or as an everyday treat, they bake in just 18 minutes and are a breeze to prepare. Whether you're hosting a party or satisfying your sweet tooth, these bakery-style cupcakes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups buttermilk
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 1 piece large eggs
• 2 teaspoons red food coloring
• 0.5 teaspoons white vinegar
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, red food coloring, white vinegar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

To make the cream cheese frosting, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat on low speed initially, then increase to high speed until fluffy and well combined.

Step 10

Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, use a piping bag or spatula to frost them with the cream cheese frosting.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1241.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4972.4

Total Fat 291.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 128.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.4g
Cholesterol 708.8mg	0%
Sodium 2179.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 578.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 450.3g
Protein 42.1g	0%

Vitamin D 103.4IU	0%
Calcium 450.1mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 750.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.4%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 45.3%