Pretty Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible magic of these moist and vibrant red velvet cupcakes! Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any celebration, their intensely red color and decadent flavor will be a crowd-pleaser. A classic American treat, these cupcakes are surprisingly easy to make – even for beginner bakers! Get ready to experience the ultimate red velvet cupcake.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 393.3 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Pretty Red Velvet Cupcakes

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How to Make Pretty Red Velvet Cupcakes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 16-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup buttermilk and 2 tablespoons red food coloring. Add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Fill cupcake liners about ¾ full. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cupcakes cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting and decorate as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

15g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pretty Red Velvet Cupcakes?

Pretty Red Velvet Cupcakes takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pretty Red Velvet Cupcakes?

Pretty Red Velvet Cupcakes has approximately 393.3 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pretty Red Velvet Cupcakes?

The key ingredients for Pretty Red Velvet Cupcakes are All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Vegetable Oil, Granulated Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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