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Red Velvet Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting Recipe

Red Velvet Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting Recipe
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Indulge in these luscious Red Velvet Cupcakes with velvety Buttercream Frosting. Perfect for any celebration or a sweet treat anytime!

Ingredients

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For the Cupcakes:

  • 1¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring (liquid or gel)
  • ½ tsp white vinegar

For the Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 2 tbsp milk or cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a muffin tray with 12 cupcake liners.
  2. Prepare dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then add vanilla and red food coloring.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Stir in the buttermilk and vinegar. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until smooth.
  5. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the cupcake liners (about ¾ full) and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
  6. Make Buttercream Frosting: Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Add milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Beat until light, smooth, and fluffy. Pipe or spread onto cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with red velvet cupcake crumbs.

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