Decadent Black Velvet Cupcakes Recipe

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If you’re in the mood for a delightful treat, look no further than this Black Velvet Cupcakes recipe. These cupcakes are not your ordinary sweet bites; they are rich, moist, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that will leave you craving more.

Imagine biting into a soft, velvety cupcake that melts in your mouth, perfectly paired with a tangy frosting. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, these cupcakes are sure to impress.

Irresistible Black Velvet Cupcakes

Decadent Black Velvet Cupcakes Recipe

This Black Velvet Cupcakes recipe yields moist, rich cupcakes with a hint of cocoa and a beautiful dark hue. Each bite is a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess, making them an irresistible dessert for any chocolate lover.

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • For Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and vinegar until smooth.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
  7. Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  8. Frost Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are cool, generously frost each one with the cream cheese frosting.

Cook and Prep Times

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Servings: 12 cupcakes
  • Calories: 320kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g

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