🍰 Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. This will ensure that the cupcakes bake evenly and don’t stick to the pan.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt. Sifting helps incorporate air, giving the cupcakes a lighter texture.
Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined. The vinegar enhances the cake’s texture while intensifying the vibrant red color.
Step 4: Create the Batter
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender crumb.
Step 5: Fill the Cupcake Liners
Fill each liner about 2/3 full with the red velvet batter. This will allow room for the cheesecake filling without overflowing.
Step 6: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Drop a spoonful of this cheesecake mixture into the center of each cupcake.
Step 7: Bake to Perfection
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the red velvet part comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
🌟 Making the Creamy Frosting:
While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting:
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Beat the butter until creamy and smooth.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating continuously until fluffy.
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Add the vanilla extract and heavy cream. Beat until the frosting is light, airy, and holds its shape.
Step 8: Frost and Garnish
Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, frost them generously. For a decorative touch, sprinkle crumbs of red velvet cake on top or add a dusting of cocoa powder.
⏱️ Cooking Time:
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Cooking Time: 20 minutes
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Total Time: 40 minutes
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Servings: 12 cupcakes
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Calories: 350 kcal per cupcake
🎉 Serving Suggestions:
These delightful cupcakes are perfect for birthdays, parties, or simply as a treat for yourself. The contrast between the vibrant red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake filling makes them visually appealing and irresistibly delicious.
For an extra touch of elegance, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
💡 Baking Tips:
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Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and better consistency.
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For deeper flavor, use natural cocoa powder rather than Dutch-processed.
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Adjust the red food coloring to your preference, but don’t skip it—it’s essential for the classic red velvet look!
🌹 A Bite of Bliss:
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes are a perfect blend of creamy, tangy cheesecake and soft, velvety cake. They’re moist, flavorful, and elegantly topped with a cloud-like frosting. Try them for your next gathering, and watch them disappear in no time! 💖
