Red Velvet Cupcakes
Introduction
Red Velvet Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of vanilla and cocoa with a striking red hue. They are moist, soft, and perfect for any celebration or just a sweet indulgence at home. Topped with creamy white chocolate cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are sure to impress anyone who takes a bite.
Why Make This Recipe
Making Red Velvet Cupcakes is a fun and rewarding experience. Not only do they look beautiful, but their taste is simply divine. They are wonderful for birthdays, holidays, and any occasion where you want to sweeten someone’s day. Plus, you can easily personalize them with your favorite decorations!
How to Make Red Velvet Cupcakes
Making these cupcakes is straightforward and enjoyable. Follow the steps below, and you’ll have a batch of delicious Red Velvet Cupcakes ready to go.
Ingredients
- 75 g soft butter
- 150 g sugar
- 1 pinch vanilla extract
- 2 egg whites (size L)
- 120 ml buttermilk
- 180 g flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 1 pinch salt
- Red food coloring (preferably gel or powder food coloring)
- 200 g white chocolate
- 300 g cream cheese (room temperature)
- 75 g soft butter
Directions
Step 1: For the muffins, beat the butter with the sugar and vanilla extract for several minutes until creamy. Stir in the egg whites and buttermilk. Mix the flour with the baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt, and add to the dough. Add red food coloring if desired and mix everything well.
Step 2: Preheat the oven to 180 degrees top/bottom heat (fan oven: 160 degrees). Line the wells of a muffin tray (12 wells) with muffin cases. Divide the dough into the muffin cases and bake in the preheated oven for approx. 25 minutes. Allow the muffins to cool completely after baking.
Step 3: For the frosting, roughly chop the white chocolate and melt it in a water bath. Allow the chocolate to cool until it is only slightly lukewarm (approx. 10-15 minutes). Stir frequently so that it does not become too solid. Allow the cream cheese and butter to come to room temperature, beat the butter for approx. 4 minutes until the mixture becomes creamy. Then add the cream cheese and mix well. Stir in the cooled but still liquid chocolate.
Step 4: Fill the frosting into a piping bag with a star nozzle attachment and pipe a layer of cream onto each muffin. To decorate, either crumble a muffin and use it to decorate the remaining cupcakes or decorate the cupcakes with red sugar decorations.
How to Serve Red Velvet Cupcakes
Serve the Red Velvet Cupcakes on a pretty platter. They are lovely on their own but can be paired with a cup of coffee or tea for an extra special treat.
How to Store Red Velvet Cupcakes
Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can refrigerate them for up to a week. If you have un-frosted cupcakes, they can be frozen for about 2 months.
Tips to Make Red Velvet Cupcakes
- Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
- Do not overmix the batter; mix just until combined.
- You can adjust the amount of red food coloring to get the shade you want.
- Use a good quality white chocolate for the frosting for the best flavor.
Variation
You can add chocolate chips to the batter for a twist on this classic recipe. Another idea is to substitute the white chocolate with dark chocolate for a richer taste.
FAQs
Q1: Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?
A1: Yes, you can use regular milk, but buttermilk gives a richer flavor and moist texture.
Q2: Can I make these cupcakes ahead of time?
A2: Absolutely! You can bake the cupcakes a day in advance and frost them the next day.
Q3: How can I make these cupcakes gluten-free?
A3: You can substitute the regular flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to make these cupcakes gluten-free.
Enjoy baking your Red Velvet Cupcakes and sharing them with friends and family!
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Red Velvet Cupcakes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delightful Red Velvet Cupcakes topped with creamy white chocolate cream cheese frosting, perfect for any celebration or sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
- 75 g soft butter
- 150 g sugar
- 1 pinch vanilla extract
- 2 egg whites (size L)
- 120 ml buttermilk
- 180 g flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 1 pinch salt
- Red food coloring (preferably gel or powder)
- 200 g white chocolate
- 300 g cream cheese (room temperature)
- 75 g soft butter
Instructions
- Beat the butter with sugar and vanilla extract until creamy. Stir in egg whites and buttermilk.
- Mix flour with baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt, then add to the mixture. Stir in red food coloring if desired.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C for fan oven). Line muffin tray with cases, divide dough, and bake for approx. 25 minutes. Cool completely.
- Chop and melt white chocolate in a water bath, cool slightly. Beat butter until creamy, add cream cheese, then mix in cooled chocolate.
- Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes and decorate as desired.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Do not overmix the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: red velvet cupcakes, dessert, baking, sweet treats, celebration