Dive into the stunning and delicious world of Blue Velvet Cupcakes, featuring a vibrant blue hue and topped with creamy frosting. Perfect for parties or any occasion that calls for a splash of color!
Ingredients:
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup milk
Blue food coloring
For the Frosting:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
5-6 cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
Oven and Pan Setup: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a cupcake pan with paper liners and lightly spray with nonstick spray.
Creaming Process: In a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and vinegar.
Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking soda until just combined. Stir in the milk until smooth.
Coloring the Batter: Add blue food coloring to achieve the desired blue hue. Mix thoroughly to ensure an even color.
Baking Time: Distribute the batter among the cupcake liners, filling each two-thirds full. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Frosting Creation: Beat together cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth. Adjust consistency with more sugar if needed.
Finishing Touches: Frost the cooled cupcakes generously.
Enjoy these eye-catching Blue Velvet Cupcakes at your next gathering and watch them become the centerpiece of your dessert table!
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 25-30 minutes | Total Time: About 50 minutes | Servings: 24 cupcakes
