This velvet cupcake recipe is a crowd-pleaser; cupcakes are a dessert that lets you get creative in so many ways, letting your imagination run wild. Let’s get started!
Ingredients for Velvet Cupcakes:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened;
- 1 cup heavy cream;
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract;
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour;
- 1 teaspoon baking soda;
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder;
- 1/2 teaspoon salt;
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened;
- 2 cups granulated sugar;
- 4 large eggs.
How to Make Velvet Cupcakes:
- Before starting, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C);
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda. Set aside;
- Using a stand mixer or hand mixer:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar on medium speed for about 5 minutes, or until light and fluffy;
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition;
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and heavy cream, mixing until the batter is smooth and well combined;
- Divide the batter evenly into a lined cupcake pan;
- Bake for 20 minutes;
- To check if they are done, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean;
- Remove from the oven;
- Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely;
- Once cooled, frost the top of the cupcakes with cream cheese;
- Feel free to top with rainbow sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or your favorite decorations. They look amazing!
- Enjoy your homemade velvet cupcakes!
Did you know?
The term “cupcake” was first mentioned in “American Cookery” by Amelia Simms, referring to a cake baked in small cups. They later became a cultural phenomenon in the 1990s through pop culture hits like Sex and the City. (Source: Wikipedia).
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