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Decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes to Savor at Home — homemade red velvet cheesecake cupcakes recipe

Decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes to Savor at Home

A rich and moist red velvet cupcake filled with a creamy cheesecake center and topped with smooth cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Red Velvet Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Mix buttermilk, oil, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla in a separate bowl.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Mix baking soda and vinegar in a small bowl, then fold into the batter.
  6. Beat cream cheese and sugar for filling until smooth, then mix in egg and vanilla.
  7. Fill liners halfway with batter, add a spoonful of filling, and cover with remaining batter.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean, then cool completely.
  9. Beat cream cheese and butter for frosting until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  10. Frost the cooled cupcakes and serve.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Store in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese frosting.