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purple velvet cupcakes

Purple Velvet Cupcakes: 7 Irresistible Ways to Wow Guests

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious purple velvet cupcakes with a rich cream cheese frosting.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp purple food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  3. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
  6. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full with batter.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container.
  • Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant color.
  • These cupcakes can be frozen for up to three months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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