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Perfect Pink Velvet Cupcakes Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Soft and fluffy pink velvet cupcakes topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, perfect for celebrations or just because baking days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon (2g) salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) white vinegar
  • Red food coloring (gel or liquid, adjust for desired pink shade)
  • 8 ounces (226g) cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and vinegar. Stir until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Mix in red food coloring until you achieve your desired shade of pink.
  6. Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  7. Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until creamy. Stir in vanilla extract.
  8. Once cupcakes are cool, pipe or spread the frosting on top. Add sprinkles for extra flair if desired.

Notes

Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cupcakes fluffy. Use room-temperature ingredients for smooth mixing and even baking. Chill the frosting for 10-15 minutes if it’s too soft to pipe.

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