Description
Indulge in the charm of Pink Velvet Cupcakes, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion from romantic Valentine’s Day celebrations to festive birthday parties. These soft and fluffy cupcakes boast a beautiful pink hue and are topped with a rich cream cheese frosting that will impress your family and friends. With a simple one-bowl method, this recipe makes baking a breeze, allowing you to enjoy more time savoring these delicious desserts. Elevate your dessert table with these visually stunning cupcakes that are as pleasing to the palate as they are to the eye.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter (cut into pieces)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 6–8 drops pink food coloring
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 Tablespoons half-and-half or heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla extract and buttermilk until combined.
- Mix in pink food coloring until evenly distributed.
- Fill cupcake liners halfway with batter and bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until tops spring back when touched.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with your prepared cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg