Ingredients:
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
– 1 tsp baking soda
– ½ tsp salt
– 1 tsp red food coloring
– Optional: cream cheese frosting and sprinkles for topping
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake tray with paper liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
6. Mix in the red food coloring until you achieve a vibrant pink hue. Don’t overmix!
7. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, frost with cream cheese frosting and add sprinkles if desired. Enjoy your delightful cupcakes!
Nutritional Information:
Each cupcake contains approximately 200 calories, 2g of protein, 8g of fat, and 30g of carbohydrates, making it a sweet treat perfect for special occasions.
Time: Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes
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