Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe

Ingredients (15)

• 1 3/4 cup (8 3/4 ounces) all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cocoa
• 10 tablespoons (5 ounces) unsalted butter, softened, divided
• 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup (about 6 ounces) granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
• 3/4 cup milk
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon vinegar
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 3 cups (12 ounces) confectioners' sugar, sifted
• 3 ounces white chocolate, melted and cooled slightly
• 1/4 cup red sugar for garnish