Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes: Indulge in 12 Delicious Bites!
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Delicious red velvet cupcakes filled with creamy cheesecake, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake filling)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla extract.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla extract for the filling.
- Fill each cupcake liner halfway with red velvet batter, then add a spoonful of cheesecake filling, and top with more red velvet batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy.
- These cupcakes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg