Recipe #2 for Red Velvet Cupcakes
These cupcakes are a classic treat, soft and fluffy with that signature dark rich red color. Here's a simple recipe to make them:
Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Cupcakes:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tbsp red food coloring (or more for a deeper color)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp white vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 tsp vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Make the Cupcake Batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, oil, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Fill the Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds of the way full.
4. Bake the Cupcakes: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, and continue beating until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then mix until combined.
6. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes have cooled, pipe or spread the cream cheese frosting generously on top of each cupcake.
7. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with sprinkles, grated chocolate, or a few red velvet cake crumbs for a little extra flair. Enjoy your soft, delicious red velvet cupcakes!
These cupcakes are perfect for celebrations or any time you want a special treat!