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Red Velvet Cupcakes

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Delightfully fluffy red velvet cupcakes topped with creamy frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake pan with festive cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder in a medium bowl.
  3. Mix the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar in a large bowl until smooth.
  4. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  7. Cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Frost with your favorite cream cheese or buttercream frosting.

Notes

For a variation, mix in chocolate chips or use beetroot juice for natural coloring.

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Find it online: https://ameliasweets.com/2026/06/20/red-velvet-cupcakes/

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