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Patriotic Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe

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These patriotic red velvet cupcakes are soft, moist, and filled with classic cocoa-kissed red velvet flavor. Finished with creamy cream cheese frosting and festive red, white, and blue sprinkles, they are perfect for summer celebrations and holiday dessert tables.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

1 cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs, room temperature

1 cup buttermilk, room temperature

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 teaspoon white vinegar

1–2 tablespoons red food coloring

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3–4 cups powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Red, white, and blue star sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the granulated sugar and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, vinegar, and red food coloring until the batter is evenly colored.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix just until combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack and cool completely before frosting.
  10. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  11. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt until thick and spreadable.
  12. Pipe or spread the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes and decorate with red, white, and blue star sprinkles.

Notes

Gel food coloring creates a deeper red color without thinning the batter.

Mini cupcakes work well for party trays and dessert platters.

White chocolate chips can be added for extra sweetness.

Fresh berries make an elegant patriotic topping.

Use different piping tips for decorative frosting styles.

A small amount of almond extract adds extra flavor to the frosting.

Store cupcakes in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Allow refrigerated cupcakes to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before serving.

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