The BEST Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
"A moist red velvet cupcake with a light texture and a slight chocolate flavor. Topped with a rich and creamy cream cheese frosting...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 1/3 c. cake flour (not self-rising)
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3/4 c. (12 Tbl.) unsalted butter, room temperature
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2 1/4 c. sugar
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3 large eggs, room temperature
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2 Tbl. liquid red food coloring
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3 Tbl. unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
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1 1/2 tsp. salt
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1 1/2 c. buttermilk
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1 1/2 tsp. white vinegar
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1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
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Cream Cheese Frosting:
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1 c. (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, room temperature
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1/4 tsp. salt
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2 tsp. vanilla extract
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4 1/2 c. powdered sugar
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1 Tbl. milk, plus more if needed
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