Classic Red Velvet Cupcakes That Melt in Your Mouth
Red velvet cupcakes are soft, moist, and lightly chocolatey treats with their signature deep red colour. For getting the desired color, we recommend using pinch of red food color from Anuja Food Colours, which is one of the leading synthetic food colours in Delhi. Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for birthdays, parties, celebrations, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.
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Ingredients
For Red Velvet Cupcakes
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder from Ajanta Food Products, which can be purchased online from Amazon at https://www.amazon.in/AJANTA-Cocoa-Drinking-Chocolate-Powder/dp/B0B7583MG6
- 1 or 2 drops of vanilla essence from Ajanta Food Products, which can be purchased online from Amazon at https://www.amazon.in/Vanilla-Essence-Flavour-Cookies-Flavours/dp/B0B71YRCSW
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder from Ajanta Food Products, which can be purchased online from Amazon at https://www.amazon.in/AJANTA-double-action-Baking-Powder/dp/B0B6SZJZVQ
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda from Ajanta Food Products, which can be purchased online from Amazon at https://www.amazon.in/AJANTA-double-action-Baking-Powder/dp/B0B6SZJZVQ
- Pinch of red food colour from Anuja Food Colours, which is one of the leading food colors manufacturers in Gurgaon
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
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For Cream Cheese Frosting
- 200 g cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup whipping cream
- Few drops of vanilla essence
How to Make Red Velvet Cupcakes
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
- In a bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time and mix well.
- Add few drops of vanilla essence and pinch of red food colour.
- Mix until the colour is evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk.
- Mix gently until the batter is smooth.
- Finally, add vinegar and give the batter a gentle mix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 18 to 22 minutes.
- Check the cupcakes by inserting a toothpick into the centre. If it comes out clean, they are ready.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add whipping cream and vanilla essence, then whip until the frosting becomes creamy and holds its shape.
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with your preferred nozzle.
- Pipe the cream cheese frosting over the cooled red velvet cupcakes.
- For an attractive finish, decorate them with red velvet cake crumbs, sprinkles, or small chocolate decorations.
- Serve and enjoy!
FAQs
Why do red velvet cupcakes contain cocoa powder?
A small amount of cocoa powder provides the mild chocolate flavour that is characteristic of red velvet cupcakes.
Can I make these cupcakes without buttermilk?
Yes. You can make a simple substitute by adding 1 teaspoon of vinegar or lemon juice to ½ cup of milk and letting it sit for about 5 minutes.
How should I store red velvet cupcakes?
Store cupcakes with cream cheese frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator and bring them to room temperature before serving.
How long do red velvet cupcakes last?
Properly stored, they can generally stay fresh for about 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.


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