Nothing beats the classic, rich flavor of Red Velvet Cupcakes, and this recipe brings you the perfect balance of fluffy, moist cake with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Made with Sunrise Flour Mill Heritage Flour, these cupcakes have an incredible texture that’s soft yet sturdy, making them perfect for special occasions or just a sweet treat at home.
With a deep red hue, a hint of cocoa, and a tangy cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are as beautiful as they are delicious. Let’s get baking! 🎂✨
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Perfectly Moist & Soft – Thanks to buttermilk and oil, every bite is tender and fluffy.
✔️ Heritage Flour Goodness – Using Sunrise Flour Mill Heritage Flour gives these cupcakes a rich, wholesome flavor.
✔️ Classic Red Velvet Flavor – A touch of cocoa, balanced sweetness, and a velvety texture.
✔️ Easy to Make – Simple ingredients and a quick process make this a foolproof recipe!
📝 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups Sunrise Flour Mill Heritage Flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp white vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt until well combined.
3️⃣ Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar.
4️⃣ Combine the Batter
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cupcakes dense instead of light and fluffy.
5️⃣ Fill the Cupcake Liners
Use a spoon or scoop to fill each liner about ⅔ full with batter.
6️⃣ Bake
Place in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7️⃣ Cool Completely
Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
8️⃣ Make the Frosting
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until creamy and fully combined.
9️⃣ Frost the Cupcakes
Once completely cool, use a piping bag or spatula to generously frost each cupcake.
🎂 Baking Tips & Tricks
💡 Room temperature ingredients make a huge difference! Let your eggs and buttermilk sit out before mixing.
💡 Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant red without thinning out the batter.
💡 Don’t overmix – mix until just combined for the best fluffy texture.
💡 Chill the frosting for 10 minutes before piping for cleaner swirls.
❄️ Storing & Freezing Instructions
📦 Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week in an airtight container.
❄️ To freeze, store unfrosted cupcakes in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw and frost when ready to serve!