Description
Irresistible red velvet cupcakes blend Southern charm with rich cocoa and cream cheese frosting. Delicate crimson layers promise pure indulgence for dessert enthusiasts craving a classic American treat you can savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients:
- 260 grams (9.14 ounces) granulated sugar
- 250 grams (9 ounces) plain flour
- 120 milliliters (4 fluid ounces) natural yoghurt
- 100 grams (3.5 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 free-range eggs
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons red food coloring gel
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Frosting Ingredients:
- 250 grams (9 ounces) cream cheese, room temperature
- 150 grams (5.5 ounces) icing sugar
- 55 grams (2 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Set oven to 350°F. Position rack in middle. Prepare muffin tin with paper liners.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and airy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Blend in vanilla extract, cocoa powder, vegetable oil, red food coloring, and salt until evenly distributed.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a separate mixing bowl.
- Whisk yogurt, white vinegar, and water in a measuring cup until combined.
- Gradually alternate adding dry ingredients and liquid mixture to butter mixture, folding gently to maintain airiness.
- Fill cupcake liners approximately two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack for 45-60 minutes.
- Prepare frosting by beating cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until silky and spreadable.
- Generously frost cooled cupcakes using an offset spatula or piping bag.
Notes
- Cocoa Quality Matters: Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich, deep chocolate flavor that elevates the entire cupcake.
- Color Control: Adjust food coloring amount carefully to achieve the perfect vibrant red without an artificial taste.
- Temperature Precision: Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better cupcake texture.
- Gentle Mixing Magic: Fold ingredients gently to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy, avoiding overmixing which can create dense, tough cakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg