Description
Indulge in these delightful pink velvet cupcakes, a perfect blend of tenderness and flavor. These cupcakes boast a soft, moist texture enhanced by a subtle cocoa flavor, all beautifully contrasted with a rich cream cheese frosting that adds just the right amount of tang. Their stunning pink hue makes them an eye-catching treat for any occasion—be it birthdays, bridal showers, or simply a sweet pick-me-up. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these pink velvet cupcakes are sure to become a favorite among friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full and bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until fluffy.
- Once cupcakes are cool, frost generously with cream cheese frosting.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better blending.
- Avoid overmixing to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy.
- For added flair, top with sprinkles or edible glitter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg