resh and moist red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are beyond delicious and easy to make. Red fluffy cupcakes are velvety delights full of creamy texture and fresh taste. We all know that adding the right amount of vinegar, or raising agent, and bringing the right colour and right balance of sweet, tangy taste seems difficult to achieve, although it is not. It is as simple to make as any other cupcake. Here’s the recipe from our kitchen to create a classic red velvet cake at home in a few simple steps!

• All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups
• Granulated sugar: 1 ½ cups
• Baking powder: 1 ½ teaspoons
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
• Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Buttermilk (room temperature): 1 cup
• Vegetable oil: ½ cup
• Eggs (room temperature): 2
• Red food colour: 2 tablespoons
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• White vinegar: 1 teaspoon

• Cream cheese (room temperature): 8 oz (1 cup)
• Unsalted butter (room temperature): ½ cup
• Powdered sugar: 4 cups
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon

Carefully measure all the ingredients and ensure there are no lumps left in the mixture while beating to achieve the perfect taste and texture.

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to about 350°F/ 180°C.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

• Take a bowl and mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.

3. Prepare Buttercream:

• In another bowl, put the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, red food colouring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar and whisk until fully beaten and turned into a smooth, creamy consistency.

4. Prepare the Batter:

• Gradually mix the wet mixture with the dry ingredients to prepare the batter. Stir well until just fully mixed and no lumps are left.
• Do this step carefully to make sure the mixture is not over-beaten. Over-beating cupcake batter can cause uneven rising, chewy texture, and dry cake.

5. Fill Cupcake Liners:

• Use a spoon to evenly distribute the cupcake batter into the cupcake liners, and fill each about 2/3^rd only leaving room for the cupcake to expand.

6. Bake:

• Place the cupcake pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes.

7. Cool:

• Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a plate or a tray.

8. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• Take a bowl and beat the cream cheese and butter together until it turns creamy and smooth.
• Slowly add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the butter cream and continue to beat until everything is completely mixed and the frosting is light and fluffy.

9. Frost the Cupcakes:

Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, use a piping bag or spoon to frost each cupcake with the cream cheese frosting generously.

10. Decorate:

• Sprinkle some red velvet crumbs, chocolate shavings, edible glitters, or coloured sprinkles on top for that extra touch to a presentation, and your cupcakes are ready to serve.

11. Serve and Enjoy:

• Serve your homemade red velvet cupcakes to your family and friends, and enjoy these moist, velvety, and utterly irresistible red velvet cupcakes.

Red velvet cupcakes are perfect to enjoy on any occasion, brunch, or to satisfy your craving. Their vibrant colour and heavenly taste make them a perfect addition to any dessert table. So, why wait? Get baking and treat yourself to a little slice of cupcake heaven!