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Red Velvet Cupcakes
Elegant red velvet cupcakes with subtle cocoa notes and tangy cream cheese frosting—a classic favorite in individual form.
★★★★☆
(76 reviews on Sally's Baking)
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Prep time20 min
Bake time20 min
Total time2 hr
Makes14
Ingredients
1
2 large eggs, room temperature and separated
2
1 and 1/3 cups (166g) all-purpose flour* (spooned & leveled)
3
1/4 cup (32g) cornstarch*
4
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
5
4 teaspoons (7g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder
6
1/4 teaspoon salt
7
1/4 cup (4 Tbsp; 56g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
8
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
9
1/2 cup (120ml) canola or vegetable oil
10
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
11
1/2 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
12
liquid or gel red food coloring*
13
1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, room temperature*
14
cream cheese frosting for topping
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