Best Classic Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipes

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CLASSIC RED VELVET CUPCAKES



Classic Red Velvet Cupcakes image

Originally from Down South, and once the signature dessert at the Waldorf-Astoria in the 1920s, the Red Velvet Cake has become an American favorite. It's hip, fun, and easy to make. Red Velvet -- in cake or cupcake form -- is a hit at every party.

Provided by Duncan Hines(R) Canada

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Duncan Hines® Canada

Time 1h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package Duncan Hines® Red Velvet Cake Mix
1 ¼ cups water
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs large eggs
1 (16 ounce) container Duncan Hines® Creamy Home-Style Cream Cheese Frosting
1 teaspoon Sprinkles or additional garnishes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease muffin pans or line with paper baking cups.
  • Blend dry mix, water, oil and eggs in large bowl at low speed until moistened (about 30 seconds). Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes. Spoon batter into muffin pan or paper cups.
  • Bake cupcakes for 19-22 minutes. Add 3-5 minutes to bake time for dark or coated pans. Cupcakes are done when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan on wire rack for 15 minutes. Cool completely before frosting.
  • Garnish, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.2 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 177.3 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

RED VELVET CUPCAKES (LITTLE VERSIONS OF CLASSIC RED VELVET)



RED VELVET CUPCAKES (LITTLE VERSIONS OF CLASSIC RED VELVET) image

Categories     Chocolate     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 ounce (fluid) red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 12 cup muffin pans or line with 20 paper baking cups.
  • In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs, buttermilk, red food coloring and vanilla. Stir in the baking soda and vinegar. Combine the flour, cocoa powder and salt; stir into the batter just until blended.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared cups, dividing evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the pan set over a wire rack.
  • When cool, arrange the cupcakes on a serving platter and frost with desired frosting.

RED VELVET CUPCAKES (LITTLE VERSIONS OF CLASSIC RED VELVET CAKE)



RED VELVET CUPCAKES (LITTLE VERSIONS OF CLASSIC RED VELVET CAKE) image

Categories     Chocolate

Yield 20 Cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 fluid ounce red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 12 cup muffin pans or line with 20 paper baking cups. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs, buttermilk, red food coloring and vanilla. Stir in the baking soda and vinegar. Combine the flour, cocoa powder and salt; stir into the batter just until blended. Spoon the batter into the prepared cups, dividing evenly. Bake in the preheated oven until the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the pan set over a wire rack. When cool, arrange the cupcakes on a serving platter and frost with desired frosting.

RED VELVET CUPCAKES (LITTLE VERSIONS OF CLASSIC RED VELVET CAKE) [291]



RED VELVET CUPCAKES (LITTLE VERSIONS OF CLASSIC RED VELVET CAKE) [291] image

Categories     Cake     Chocolate

Yield 20 Cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 fluid ounce red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 12 cup muffin pans or line with 20 paper baking cups. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs, buttermilk, red food coloring and vanilla. Stir in the baking soda and vinegar. Combine the flour, cocoa powder and salt; stir into the batter just until blended. Spoon the batter into the prepared cups, dividing evenly. Bake in the preheated oven until the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the pan set over a wire rack. When cool, arrange the cupcakes on a serving platter and frost with desired frosting.

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