Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting
User Reviews
4.7
Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting
Description
The Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting features a blend of cake flour, cocoa powder, and vivid red food coloring creating a distinctive, tender crumb and subtle chocolate undertone. The buttermilk and vinegar contribute acidity that activates the baking soda, producing a light and fluffy texture. After baking, the cupcakes are cooled completely before being generously frosted with cream cheese frosting, providing a creamy tang to balance the sweet, soft cake.
The cupcakes are portioned into a standard 12-cup muffin tin, ensuring uniform size and even baking with a clean toothpick test to confirm doneness. This recipe creates moist and soft cupcakes suitable as a dessert or for gatherings.
For storage, these cupcakes keep best in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Proper cooling before frosting prevents melting and preserves the presentation. Their classic flavor profile complements tea or coffee well, making them versatile for different settings.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups (6 ¼oz/177g) cake flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup butter softened, 2oz/57g
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (4floz/115ml) buttermilk
- ½ teaspoon white vinegar
- ½ recipe cream cheese frosting
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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