Red Velvet Cupcakes with Fluffy Meringue Icing Delight Your Taste Buds!
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Deliciously moist red velvet cupcakes topped with a light and fluffy meringue icing, 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 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for meringue)
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cupcakes cool, prepare the meringue icing by beating the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, pipe the meringue icing on top.
- Optional: Use a kitchen torch to lightly toast the meringue for added flavor.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a richer flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the meringue icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg