Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
The recipe Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting could satisfy your American craving in around 40 minutes. One serving contains 337 calories, 3g of protein, and 17g of fat. This recipe covers 4% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 24. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet. If you have eggs, pecans and raspberries, buttermilk, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for valentin day.

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 (12-cup) muffin pans with cupcake papers.
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In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. In a large bowl gently beat together the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla with a handheld electric mixer.
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Add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet and mix until smooth and thoroughly combined.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake tins about 2/3 filled.
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Bake in oven for about 20 to 22 minutes, turning the pans once, half way through. Test the cupcakes with a toothpick for doneness.
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Remove from oven and cool completely before frosting.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and vanilla together until smooth.
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Add the sugar and on low speed, beat until incorporated. Increase the speed to high and mix until very light and fluffy.
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Garnish with chopped pecans and a fresh raspberry or strawberry.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In40 m.
Servings24
Health Score1
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