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Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins

Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins: 5 Irresistible Delights

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious red velvet muffins topped with cream cheese frosting.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, oil, eggs, vanilla, and food coloring.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Fill muffin liners 2/3 full with batter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Let muffins cool.
  8. For frosting, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  9. Frost cooled muffins before serving.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container.
  • These muffins freeze well.
  • Adjust sugar for less sweetness if desired.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins