Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe

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Serves: 12 Save

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

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