Description

Pink Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful twist on classic cupcakes, combining a tender, moist texture with a beautiful pink hue. Each bite melts in your mouth, complemented by a creamy frosting that takes these treats to the next level. Perfect for any celebration or just to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cupcakes are not only delicious but also visually stunning, making them an ideal centerpiece for gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup buttermilk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp pink gel food coloring
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
3 cups powdered sugar (sifted)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, blend sugar and vegetable oil. Add eggs one at a time until smooth. Mix in buttermilk, vanilla extract, and pink food coloring.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar until smooth.
Frost cooled cupcakes and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 210
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in almond extract or chocolate chips into the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze individually wrapped.