Velveteen Valentines Cupcakes
Elevate your Valentine's Day celebration with these irresistible Velveteen Valentines Cupcakes. These delectable treats feature a rich and moist red velvet base, complemented with a luscious vanilla cream cheese frosting. Each bite is an exquisite blend of cocoa richness and smooth vanilla, crafted with love for a day that's all about cherishing special moments.
30
Servings
177
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups (measured and set aside)
unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup (measured and set aside)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (measured and set aside)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (measured and set aside)
butter
1 cup (softened)
sugar
2 cups (measured)
eggs
4 (at room temperature)
sour cream
1 cup (measured)
milk
1/2 cup (measured)
mccormick red food coloring
1 ounce (bottle)
mccormick pure vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (measured)
vanilla cream cheese frosting
enough for 30 cupcakes (prepared as per separate recipe)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line 30 muffin cups with paper liners.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside the dry mixture.
3
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 5 minutes or until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Add the eggs to the butter mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5
Add the sour cream, milk, McCormick red food coloring, and McCormick pure vanilla extract to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
6
Gradually incorporate the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, beating on low speed until just blended. Be careful not to overmix.
7
Distribute the batter evenly among the paper-lined muffin cups, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9
Let the cupcakes cool in the pans for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10
Once cool, lavishly frost the cupcakes with the Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting.
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
24g
Carbs
2g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber
18g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Velveteen Valentines Cupcakes?
They are delectable red velvet cupcakes with a rich cocoa base and vanilla cream cheese frosting, perfect for Valentine's Day.
How many cupcakes does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 30 cupcakes.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long should I bake the cupcakes?
Bake the cupcakes for approximately 20 minutes.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much cocoa powder is needed?
You will need 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
Should the butter be cold or softened?
The 1 cup of butter should be softened before creaming.
How long should I cream the butter and sugar?
Cream the butter and sugar together for about 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
What temperature should the eggs be?
The 4 eggs should be at room temperature.
How much sour cream is required?
This recipe uses 1 cup of sour cream.
How much red food coloring is used for the red velvet color?
The recipe uses a 1-ounce bottle of McCormick red food coloring.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
Use 2 teaspoons of McCormick pure vanilla extract.
How full should I fill the muffin cups?
Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter.
How do I know when the cupcakes are finished baking?
They are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should cupcakes cool in the pan?
Let them cool in the pans for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
What kind of frosting is recommended?
A Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting is used to frost these cupcakes.
How many calories are in one cupcake?
Each cupcake contains approximately 177 calories.
How much fat is in each cupcake?
Each cupcake has about 8g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are 24g of carbohydrates per cupcake.
How much sugar is in each cupcake?
Each cupcake contains 18g of sugar.
How much protein is in one cupcake?
Each cupcake provides 2g of protein.
Does this recipe contain fiber?
Yes, each cupcake contains about 0.5g of fiber.
What speed should I use to mix in the dry ingredients?
Incorporate the dry mixture using low speed to avoid overmixing.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 main ingredients in this recipe.
Should I whisk the dry ingredients separately?
Yes, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl before adding to wet ingredients.
Can I use any milk?
The recipe specifies 1/2 cup of milk.
When should I add the eggs?
Add the eggs to the creamed butter and sugar one at a time, beating well after each.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, it requires 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Does it use baking powder or baking soda?
This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
When should I frost the cupcakes?
Frost the cupcakes only once they have cooled completely.