Chef John’s Red Velvet Cupcakes

Description

Who doesn’t love a nice red velvet cake in cupcake form? They’re moist, not too sweet, and they’ve got a gorgeous color. Serve these spread with cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 1 hr

Servings: 12

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