Description
Indulge in the charm of our Pink Velvet Cupcake Recipe, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These velvety smooth cupcakes are not only visually stunning with their vibrant pink hue, but they also boast a rich flavor that pairs beautifully with cream cheese frosting. Ideal for celebrations like Valentine’s Day, weddings, or birthdays, these easy-to-make cupcakes will have everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy the simplicity of this one-bowl recipe and impress your guests with their beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter (cut into pieces)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 6–8 drops pink food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and buttermilk. Mix until smooth, then add pink food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 15-18 minutes until tops spring back when touched.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg