Wicked Red Velvet Cupcakes

Here’s a fun and spooky recipe for “Wicked Red Velvet Cupcakes” that will be perfect for Halloween!

Wicked Red Velvet Cupcakes

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons red food coloring
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

For Decoration:

• Edible spooky decorations (like candy eyes, spider sprinkles, or Halloween-themed toppers)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.

4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry and wet ingredients until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5. Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Make the Frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.

8. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the cream cheese frosting.

9. Decorate: Add your spooky decorations to the frosted cupcakes for a Halloween flair.

10. Serve: Enjoy your Wicked Red Velvet Cupcakes at your Halloween party or as a festive treat!

These cupcakes are sure to be a hit with their rich flavor and spooky decorations!