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Red Velvet Cupcakes

A favorite cupcake recipe that is perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time22 minutes
Total Time42 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate cupcakes, Red Velvet Cupcake, Red Velvet Cupcakes
Servings: 12 Cupcakes
Calories: 727kcal
Author: Great Grub, Delicious Treats

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

Instructions

For the Cupcakes

  • Preheat oven to 350° and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together until combined.
  • In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Next, add eggs, sour cream and milk. Mix together on medium speed until well blended. Add red food coloring and blend until fully incorporated.
  • Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix well.
  • Gently fold in chocolate chips.
  • Fill each cupcake liner ¾ full and bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick is inserted and comes out clean.

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

  • In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar, on medium speed, until fully combined.
  • Place frosting into piping bag and frost cupcakes once they have completely cooled.

Notes

Nutritional values are approximate.
 
Please note that these values can change with different brands and any modifications made to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements.
 
Recipe adapted from Allrecipes

Nutrition

Calories: 727kcal | Carbohydrates: 89g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 463mg | Potassium: 219mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 65g | Vitamin A: 1178IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 2mg