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Best Easy Red Velvet Cupcakes for Valentine’s Day

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These ridiculously soft, perfectly tangy red velvet cupcakes are the only recipe you need for Valentine’s Day or any day that calls for cozy, homemade magic. Made with a reverse-creaming technique for a fine, even crumb and topped with silky cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Add half the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and fold gently with a spatula until just a few streaks of flour remain. Add remaining dry ingredients and fold until no flour is visible. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide batter evenly among the 12 liners, filling each about ⅔ full. Tap the pan on the counter to release air bubbles.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For the frosting: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter together on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating on low speed. Add vanilla and salt, then beat on medium-high for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  8. Once cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread frosting on top. Decorate as desired.

Notes

Room temperature ingredients are key for a smooth batter. Do not overmix. For a true red, use gel food coloring. Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting. If frosting is too soft, chill for 15-20 minutes.

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