The Red Velvet Cupcakes
Welcome to our delicious and easy Red Velvet Cupcakes recipe page! Red Velvet Cupcakes are a classic treat that are loved by many. These cupcakes have a subtle chocolate flavor with a vibrant red color that is sure to impress. Our recipe will guide you through the steps to make the best homemade Red Velvet Cupcakes that are super moist and flavorful.
Ingredients
For the cupcakes:
- 1⅔ cup all-purpose flour 215g
- 2 tsp cocoa powder 4g
- 1 cups granulated sugar 200g
- ¼ tsp baking soda 1g, heaping
- 1 tsp baking powder 4g, heaping
- ¼ tsp kosher salt 1g, heaping
- ¾ cup unsalted butter 190g, room temperature
- 3 eggs room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract 5mL
- ¾ cup buttermilk 177mL
- red food coloring
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 3 sticks unsalted butter
- 1½ lb confectioners sugar 550g, sifted
- 16 oz cream cheese 455g, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract 5mL
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- Prep Time - 15 min.
- Cook Time - 20 min.
- Total Time 35 minutes
- Servings 16 cupcakes
- Author John Kanell
How to make red velvet cupcakes?
For the cupcakes:
1. To make delicious cupcakes, begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F and lining a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, sift together the dry ingredients, including the sugar, and whisk to combine.
3. Cut the room temperature butter into tablespoon-sized pieces and add to the dry mixture, then mix on low using a paddle attachment until a sandy mixture forms.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients, including buttermilk, vanilla, and food coloring.
5. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture while mixing on low, scraping the bowl down as needed.
6. Distribute the batter evenly into the cupcake papers, then bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cupcakes are springy to the touch.
Enjoy these moist and fluffy cupcakes at any occasion!
For the cream cheese frosting:
1. To make the cream cheese buttercream, start by creaming the butter in a bowl. Sift the confectioners sugar into a separate large bowl. Then, add the room temperature cream cheese to the creamed butter, along with some vanilla and a pinch of salt. Beat the mixture until smooth and combined.
2. Next, add the confectioners sugar a cup at a time, mixing well after each addition until everything is well combined. If you prefer a stiffer buttercream, add more sifted confectioners sugar until you reach the desired consistency. Alternatively, you can chill the buttercream for a bit before piping to stiffen it up.
3. Finally, transfer the cream cheese buttercream to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe large dollops on top of each cupcake for a beautiful and delicious finish.
Tips for making red velvet cupcakes:
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, add extra cocoa powder. This will result in a darker, less red color.
- Unfrosted cupcakes can be stored at room temperature in a sealed container for 1-2 days.
- The frosting can be made ahead and refrigerated. Pipe onto the cupcakes just before serving.
- Consider making one cupcake very red with extra food coloring and use it for the crumb decorations. This way, the cupcakes can have less food dye while still looking impressive.
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The red velvet cupcakes video recipe
Author of video content: Preppy Kitchen
Super Moist Homemade Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe
These cupcakes are super moist and have the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, thanks to a creamy frosting made with cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar. And for an extra twist, we’ve added a splash of Baileys Irish Cream to the frosting to give it a unique flavor that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Whether you’re a fan of red cupcakes, velvet cupcakes, or just looking for an easy yet impressive dessert to make at home, our recipe for Red Velvet Cupcakes is sure to please. So, put on your apron, grab your mixing bowls, and let’s get baking!
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