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Red Velvet Cupcakes from Scratch: Discover the Secret Recipe!

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  • Author: Brooklyn
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and moist red velvet cupcakes made from scratch with a rich cream cheese frosting.


Ingredients

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  • 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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In another bowl, mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Frost with cream cheese frosting once cooled.

Notes

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg