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Pink Velvet Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream

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Light, tender pink velvet cupcakes topped with indulgent vanilla buttercream, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vinegar
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, food coloring, and vanilla.
  5. Alternately add the flour mixture and the buttermilk mixture to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
  6. Add the baking soda, salt, and vinegar, mixing gently to combine.
  7. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool completely.
  9. For the buttercream, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Add heavy cream and vanilla; mix until fluffy.
  11. Frost cooled cupcakes with the vanilla buttercream and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and don’t overmix the batter.

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