Description
Pink Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting are a show-stopping dessert perfect for any celebration. These delightful treats feature a moist and fluffy cupcake base infused with a subtle cocoa flavor, all highlighted by a vibrant pink hue that adds a festive touch to your dessert table. Topped with rich and creamy cream cheese frosting, each bite delivers an irresistible combination of sweetness and tanginess that is sure to impress your guests. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, bridal shower, or simply enjoying an afternoon treat, these cupcakes are easy to make and can be customized with fun toppings like sprinkles or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- For the Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese (softened), ½ cup unsalted butter (softened), 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together sugar and vegetable oil until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in buttermilk and red food coloring until combined.
- Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into prepared liners and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
Notes
- For added flair, consider topping your cupcakes with sprinkles or fresh fruit.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg