Description
The ultimate bakery-style red velvet cupcakes made easy at home. Moist, fluffy, and topped with dreamy cream cheese frosting – perfect for holidays, birthdays, or anytime sweet cravings.
Ingredients
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1/2 tbsp white vinegar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp red food coloring
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg. Add oil, buttermilk, vinegar, vanilla, and red food coloring. Mix well.
Slowly combine the wet and dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool on a wire rack.
Prepare frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with red velvet crumbs or festive toppings if desired.
Notes
Use gel food coloring for richer red color.
Substitute homemade buttermilk: 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 tbsp vinegar, let sit 5 minutes.
Ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to prevent lumps.
Decorate with sprinkles, heart toppers, or crushed cookies for themed events.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
