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VALENTINE’S DAY Red Velvet Cupcakes (Soft & Moist)

Valentine’s Day Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe for Soft & Moist Treats

Delight in these soft & moist Valentine’s Day Red Velvet Cupcakes, perfect for any romantic occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Sifter

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into prepared liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until desired consistency is reached.
  8. Once cupcakes are cool, frost generously and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with the addition of yogurt for tanginess, white chocolate chips for sweetness, or a hint of espresso for depth of flavor.

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