a plate of red velvet cupcakes topped with red sprinkles

Classic Red Velvet Cupcake Recipe

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This classic red velvet cupcake recipe is a delightful treat, featuring a rich red color and a subtle cocoa flavor. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, they are perfect for celebrations or a sweet indulgence.

The recipe is simple and requires basic baking techniques. You can easily make these cupcakes for any occasion, and they are sure to impress your guests.

Delicious Red Velvet Cupcakes

These red velvet cupcakes are moist and fluffy, with a hint of cocoa and a beautiful red hue. The cream cheese frosting adds a tangy sweetness that complements the cupcakes perfectly. This recipe yields about 12 cupcakes and takes approximately 1 hour from start to finish.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 cup 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
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Make the Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
  8. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the cream cheese frosting using a piping bag or a spatula.

Cook and Prep Times

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 12 cupcakes
  • Calories: 320kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g

This recipe is part of my 39 Simple Valentine’s Day Recipes. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!

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