Valentine's Day Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

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These red velvet cupcakes are not just a dessert; they’re a celebration of love! Perfectly moist and rich, each bite melts in your mouth, offering a delightful cocoa flavor that pairs wonderfully with the tangy cream cheese frosting. Whether you’re baking for a special someone or hosting a Valentine’s Day gathering, these cupcakes will surely steal the show.

What sets these cupcakes apart is their stunning red hue, making them visually appealing and festive. Topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting and adorably decorated with heart-shaped sprinkles, they are the perfect treat to express your affection. Each cupcake is a little piece of sweetness, ideal for sharing or savoring on your own.

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Deliciously Festive Red Velvet Cupcakes

Red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting and heart-shaped decorations on a festive table.

These red velvet cupcakes are rich, moist, and beautifully topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. The combination of flavors creates a delightful experience, making them a favorite for any celebration, especially Valentine’s Day.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Heart-shaped decorations for topping

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar until well combined.
Combine Mixtures: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Bake: Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow them to cool completely.
Make the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fluffy.
Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are cool, pipe or spread the cream cheese frosting on top. Decorate with heart-shaped sprinkles.
Serve: Enjoy your festive red velvet cupcakes!