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Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes

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Indulge in these moist red velvet cupcakes with a creamy cheesecake filling, topped with luscious cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese frosting (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Combine the oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract in another bowl.
  4. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth for the cheesecake filling.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner halfway with red velvet batter, add cheesecake filling, then top with more batter.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
  9. Serve and enjoy your delightful cupcakes!

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Adjust food coloring for a deeper red if desired.

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