Get ready to transform your dessert table into a stunning celebration of color and taste! These Red White and Blue Velvet Cupcakes aren't just another boring cupcake recipe - they're a culinary masterpiece that combines eye-catching aesthetics with mouthwatering flavor. Perfect for Fourth of July parties, Memorial Day gatherings, or any event where you want to impress your guests with a show-stopping dessert that looks as incredible as it tastes. Prepare to become the ultimate party hero with these Instagram-worthy cupcakes that are guaranteed to make everyone's jaws drop!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- Red and blue food coloring
- 1 cup cream cheese frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well mixed and set aside.
- In another mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the sugar and oil mixture. Beat until well combined and the mixture is light in color.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cupcakes dense.
- Divide the batter into two separate bowls. In the first bowl, add red food coloring to achieve your desired shade of red. In the second bowl, add blue food coloring to achieve your desired shade of blue. Mix each bowl until the colors are well incorporated.
- Using a spoon or a piping bag, fill each cupcake liner with a layer of red batter, followed by a layer of blue batter. You can alternate layers or create a marbled effect by swirling the two colors together gently with a toothpick.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, generously frost each one with 1 cup of cream cheese frosting. You can use a spatula or a piping bag for a decorative touch.
- Optionally, you can top the frosted cupcakes with sprinkles or fresh berries to enhance the festive look.
- Enjoy your delicious Red, White, and Blue Velvet Cupcakes as a perfect treat for any patriotic celebration!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smoother batter and more even baking
- Don't overmix the batter - this keeps your cupcakes light and tender
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant, intense colors that won't water down your batter
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent melting
- For clean color layers, use a piping bag or spoon to carefully layer red and blue batters
- Chill your cream cheese frosting for 15 minutes before decorating for easier application
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days
- For extra festive flair, consider adding star-shaped sprinkles or edible glitter
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg
