Red Velvet Cupcakes

Red Velvet Cupcakes
45 min.
20
123kcal

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If you’re looking to impress your guests with a delightful treat, look no further than these scrumptious Red Velvet Cupcakes. With their vibrant red color and deliciously moist texture, they’re sure to be the star of any dessert table. Perfect for celebrations, parties, or simply an indulgent snack, these cupcakes are as visually appealing as they are tasty.

In just 45 minutes, you can create 20 beautifully crafted Red Velvet Cupcakes, making them an excellent choice for gatherings or family get-togethers. Each cupcake is a harmonious blend of flavors, featuring a subtle cocoa essence that complements the sweetness and tanginess of the cream cheese frosting. You’ll be amazed at the balance of flavors in each bite, making them irresistibly tempting.

What sets these Red Velvet Cupcakes apart is not only their iconic color but also their light and fluffy texture, achieved through a combination of cake flour and low-fat buttermilk, ensuring they are delightfully tender. And don’t worry about the calories—each cupcake is a mere 123 kcal, so you can indulge without the guilt. For those looking to cut back, our recipe offers a lighter option without the frosting, leaving you with a delicious treat for just 216 calories.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding, allowing everyone to enjoy the classic allure of Red Velvet while creating wonderful memories. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let’s bake some magic!

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