Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe
User Reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
12 cupcakes
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Calories
393 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Baked Goods
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Cuisine
American
Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe
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These homemade red velvet cupcakes are light, fluffy, and crowned with the most decadent cream cheese frosting I've ever tasted!
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Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
- ½ cup whole milk room temperature
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted (1 stick)
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Red food coloring optional
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature (¾ stick)
- 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature (½ brick)
- 2½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
For the Cupcakes
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 12-count cupcake tin with paper liners. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk the milk, butter, eggs, vanilla, and red food coloring (if using) together.
- Add the granulated sugar and whisk to combine.
- Add the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Whisk just until no large lumps remain.
- Divide the batter between the cupcake tin wells, filling each one with about ¼-cup of batter.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cupcakes to a wire rack and cool completely before frosting.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- Add the butter and cream cheese to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until smooth and combined, about 1-2 minutes.
- With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the powdered sugar and vanilla until well incorporated.
- Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then turn the mixer to medium high speed. Beat for 1 minute, or until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with your choice of tip.
- Pipe the frosting on the cooled cupcakes and garnish with festive sprinkles, if desired. If using sprinkles, make sure to add them while the frosting is still wet.
Notes
- Storage: Store red velvet cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1cupcake
Calories
393kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
53g
(18%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
6g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.3g
Cholesterol
53mg
(18%)
Sodium
81mg
(3%)
Potassium
68mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
42g
(84%)
Vitamin A
358IU
(7%)
Calcium
51mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12cupcakes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 393 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cupcake | |
| Calories | 393kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 81mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 68mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 42g | 84% |
| Vitamin A | 358IU | 7% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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