Red Velvet Oreo Cupcakes: Indulge in Creamy Delight!
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Delicious red velvet cupcakes topped with creamy Oreo frosting, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 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 cup crushed Oreo cookies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 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.
- Fold in the crushed Oreo cookies.
- Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and additional crushed Oreos for garnish.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes and enjoy!
Notes
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For a richer flavor, add more cocoa powder to the batter.
- Feel free to use mini Oreos for decoration on top of the frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg