Chocolate Beet Cupcakes

Serves: 24 Save

Ingredients (22)

  • Batter:
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, soft
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup roasted, shredded red beets (about 4 small beets)
  • 1 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • Frosting:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup roasted, shredded beets (about 1 small beet)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4-5 cups powdered sugar

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