Cream Cheese Frosting on Red Velvet Cupcakes – Deliciously Irresistible
Red velvet cupcakes topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting is a classic and irresistible treat that never fails to satisfy. The combination of the rich and moist red velvet cake with the tangy sweetness of cream cheese frosting is a match made in dessert heaven. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply craving a indulgent treat, this recipe will guide you through creating perfect red velvet cupcakes with decadent cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients:
For the Red Velvet Cupcakes:
– 200g self-raising flour
– 150g caster sugar
– 1 tsp baking powder
– 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
– 1 tbsp cocoa powder
– 2 large eggs
– 120ml vegetable oil
– 120ml buttermilk
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tbsp red food coloring
– 1 tsp white vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
– 200g cream cheese, softened
– 100g unsalted butter, softened
– 300g icing sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Line a cupcake tin with paper cases.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, caster sugar, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and cocoa powder.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake cases, filling each about two-thirds full.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
7. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
2. Gradually add the sifted icing sugar to the cream cheese mixture, beating until well incorporated.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
4. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, pipe or spread the cream cheese frosting onto the cupcakes.
5. For an added touch, you can garnish the cupcakes with sprinkles, grated chocolate, or crumbled red velvet cake crumbs.
6. Serve and enjoy these deliciously irresistible red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting!
Indulge in the heavenly combination of moist red velvet cupcakes and tangy cream cheese frosting with this delightful recipe. Perfect for any occasion or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with family and friends. So, put on your baking hat and treat yourself to a batch of these delectable treats.