Blood-Red Velvet Cupcakes
Created by Z'inister Chef on July 12, 2023
- Servings: 12
- Prep Time: 20m
- Cook Time: 20m
- Recipe #41143
Ingredients
- For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional Garnish:
- Edible glitter or red sugar crystals
How to Make
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For the Cupcakes:
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Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners and set aside.
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Step 2: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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Step 3: In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
How to Make
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Step 4: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Stir in the red food coloring and vanilla extract.
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Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
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Step 6: In a small bowl, mix together the vinegar and baking soda until it foams. Quickly fold it into the cupcake batter until well distributed.
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Step 7: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Step 9: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
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Step 10: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy and smooth.
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Step 11: Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
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Step 12: Stir in the vanilla extract and continue to beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
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Assembly:
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Step 13: Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them generously with the cream cheese frosting.
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Step 14: Optional: Sprinkle the cupcakes with edible glitter or red sugar crystals to create a blood-red effect.
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Step 15: Serve the Blood-Red Velvet Cupcakes immediately or refrigerate them until ready to serve.