Description
Spooky Red Velvet Halloween Cupcakes are the ultimate festive treat that combines a rich, velvety flavor with a playful twist. With their striking red color and creamy cream cheese frosting, these delightful cupcakes not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also bring a touch of Halloween magic to any gathering. Whip them up in no time with this easy recipe that promises to impress everyone at your spooky celebrations!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Stir in buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill each liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg