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Red Velvet Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting Recipe

Red Velvet Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting

Delightful Red Velvet Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting Recipe that impresses with vibrant colors and rich flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • a pinch salt
  • fresh raspberries
  • rosemary sprigs
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • piping bag
  • star tip

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate large bowl, combine vegetable oil, buttermilk, egg, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  4. Divide the batter evenly between the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Beat the softened butter in a large mixing bowl on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until incorporated. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then slowly beat in heavy cream.
  6. Once cooled, use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to pipe a swirl of the frosting onto each cupcake.
  7. Place a fresh raspberry on top of each frosted cupcake and tuck a small rosemary sprig beside it. Dust with powdered sugar for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 18g

Notes

For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Let cupcakes rest for optimal flavor and texture.

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