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Red Velvet Cupcakes
Luxurious red velvet cupcakes with tangy cream cheese frosting—a classic Southern treat ready in just 35 minutes.
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(127 reviews on Brown Eyed Baker)
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Prep time15 min
Bake time20 min
Total time35 min
Makes12
Ingredients
1
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2
¾ cup granulated sugar
3
1 egg
4
2½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
5
2 tablespoons red food coloring
6
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
7
½ cup buttermilk
8
1 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
9
½ teaspoon salt
10
½ teaspoon baking soda
11
1½ teaspoons distilled white vinegar
12
½ cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
13
2 cups powdered sugar
14
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
15
¼ teaspoon salt
16
8 ounces cream cheese (chilled and cut into 8 pieces)
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