Red Velvet Cupcakes

Red Velvet Cupcakes
45 min.
20
123kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of baking with our scrumptious Red Velvet Cupcakes! Perfectly moist and rich in flavor, these cupcakes are a true treat for any dessert lover. With their vibrant red hue and velvety texture, they are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight that will impress your guests at any gathering.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe yields 20 servings, making it ideal for parties, celebrations, or simply a sweet afternoon snack. Each cupcake is a mere 123 calories, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free indulgence. The combination of cake flour, buttermilk, and a hint of cocoa creates a unique flavor profile that sets these cupcakes apart from the rest.

What truly elevates these Red Velvet Cupcakes is the luscious Lemon-Cream Cheese Frosting that perfectly complements their rich taste. Whether you choose to frost them or enjoy them plain for a lighter option, these cupcakes are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of these delightful treats that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.3 cups cake flour 
  • 0.3 cup canola oil 
  •  batches lemon-cream cheese frosting 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose
  • cup buttermilk low-fat
  • tablespoons food coloring red
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted melted
  • tablespoons cocoa unsweetened
  • teaspoon vanilla extract pure

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • muffin tray
  • pastry bag

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Place 12 muffin cup liners in muffin tin.
  3. Place flours in a bowl. Sift sugar, baking soda, and salt into bowl.
  4. Whisk butter and oil in a bowl.
  5. Add buttermilk and next 4 ingredients (through vanilla), whisking until well-combined.
  6. Add dry ingredients to wet.
  7. Divide batter evenly among liners, and bake in middle of oven about 25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes; transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  8. Pipe frosting on cakes with a star-tipped pastry bag.
  9. Skinny it up! Skip the frosting for a 216-calorie treat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories123kcal
Protein6.63%
Fat32.85%
Carbs60.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.6
Glycemic Load
12.38
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.0760869539302%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.32mg
Epicatechin
0.98mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:123.37kcal
6.17%
Fat:4.58g
7.05%
Saturated Fat:1.15g
7.2%
Carbohydrates:18.99g
6.33%
Net Carbohydrates:18.53g
6.74%
Sugar:10.7g
11.88%
Cholesterol:12.79mg
4.26%
Sodium:92.21mg
4.01%
Alcohol:0.07g
100%
Alcohol %:0.21%
100%
Protein:2.08g
4.16%
Selenium:5.31µg
7.59%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.22%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.92%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.17%
Phosphorus:30.6mg
3.06%
Folate:10.27µg
2.57%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.42%
Copper:0.04mg
2.09%
Vitamin K:2.16µg
2.06%
Iron:0.34mg
1.89%
Fiber:0.46g
1.83%
Calcium:18.08mg
1.81%
Magnesium:6.81mg
1.7%
Vitamin B3:0.28mg
1.42%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.38%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.22%
Potassium:41.2mg
1.18%
Vitamin A:54.28IU
1.09%
Source:My Recipes