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Red Velvet Cupcakes

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Red Velvet Cupcakes are soft, moist, and slightly tangy chocolate-flavored cupcakes with a vibrant red hue, topped with a classic cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp white vinegar
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and beat well.
  4. Mix in buttermilk, red food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. To make the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, and beat until fluffy.
  10. Frost cooled cupcakes and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.
  • Store cupcakes in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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