Red Velvet Cupcakes

Red Velvet Cake gained popularity during the Victorian era, and its signature red color was originally achieved through a chemical reaction between cocoa powder and acidic ingredients like vinegar or buttermilk.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Red Velvet Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoon Red food coloring
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Whipping cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the cocoa powder, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk and white vinegar. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the 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. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and whipping cream until smooth and creamy.
10. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 28g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.