If you’re in the mood for a delightful treat, look no further than this Black Velvet Cupcakes recipe. These cupcakes are not your ordinary sweet bites; they are rich, moist, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that will leave you craving more.
Imagine biting into a soft, velvety cupcake that melts in your mouth, perfectly paired with a tangy frosting. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, these cupcakes are sure to impress.
Irresistible Black Velvet Cupcakes
This Black Velvet Cupcakes recipe yields moist, rich cupcakes with a hint of cocoa and a beautiful dark hue. Each bite is a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess, making them an irresistible dessert for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- For Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and vinegar until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Frost Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are cool, generously frost each one with the cream cheese frosting.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
