Best 4 Pink Velvet Cupcakes From Scratch Recipes

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Pink Velvet Cupcakes, a delightful variation of the classic red velvet cupcakes, are known for their irresistibly soft and fluffy texture, vibrant pink color, and a delicate flavor profile that strikes a perfect balance between sweet and tangy. Whether you are a seasoned baker looking to expand your dessert repertoire or a beginner eager to try your hand at something new, this article is your guide to creating exceptional pink velvet cupcakes from scratch. We will take you through every step of the process, from gathering the necessary ingredients to mastering the art of mixing, baking, and decorating, ensuring you achieve bakery-style cupcakes in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PINK VELVET CUPCAKES



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My daughter loves all things pink, so this recipe was just right for her birthday. Even my teenage son (not a fan of pink) ate his share, too. -Paulette Smith, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
1/8 teaspoon pink paste food coloring
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
WHITE CHOCOLATE GANACHE:
2 cups white baking chips
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon butter
Pink coarse sugar and sugar pearls

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar and food coloring until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition., Fill 24 paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 23-27 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , Meanwhile, place white chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chips; whisk until smooth. Stir in butter. Transfer to a large bowl. Chill for 30 minutes, stirring once. , Beat on high speed for 2-3 minutes or until soft peaks form and frosting is light and fluffy. Frost cupcakes. Top cupcakes with coarse sugar and sugar pearls. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PINK VELVET CUPCAKES



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A recipe from The Taste of Home Cookbook. I made the recipe for yellow cupcakes which is at the end. I didn't do the ganache.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, softenend
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/8 teaspoon pink paste food coloring
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk (I used 1 cup milk plus 1 tablespoon of vinegar)
2 cups white chocolate chips
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
pink coarse sugar and edible glitter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar and food coloring until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition.
  • Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350 F for 23-27 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan, melt chips and butter with cream over low heat; stir until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl. Chill for 30 minutes, stirring once.
  • Beat on high for 2-3 minutes or until soft peaks form and frosting is light and fluffy. Cut a small hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; insert #30 star tip. Fill bag with frosting; frost cupcakes. Sprinkle with coarse sugar and edible glitter. Store in the refrigerator.
  • Yellow Cupcakes : Omit pink food coloring from batter. Decorate with coarse sugar (color of your choice).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3202.8, Fat 184.1, SaturatedFat 111.9, Cholesterol 660.4, Sodium 1996.7, Carbohydrate 354.1, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 232, Protein 41.8

MOIST RED VELVET CUPCAKES



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Little versions of classic red velvet cake! Frost with cream cheese frosting or white frosting.

Provided by pinkspoonula

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 fluid ounce red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
2 cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 12 cup muffin pans or line with 20 paper baking cups.
  • In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs, buttermilk, red food coloring and vanilla. Stir in the baking soda and vinegar. Combine the flour, cocoa powder and salt; stir into the batter just until blended. Spoon the batter into the prepared cups, dividing evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the pan set over a wire rack. When cool, arrange the cupcakes on a serving platter and frost with desired frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 263.8 mg, Sugar 15.7 g

RED VELVET CUPCAKES



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This mini version of the classic Red Velvet Cake is one of the more popular offerings in bakeries all across the country. Whip up a batch this holiday season or anytime of the year.

Provided by McCormick Spice

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     McCormick®

Time 40m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 ½ cups flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs eggs
1 cup sour cream
½ cup milk
1 (1 ounce) bottle McCormick® Red Food Color
2 teaspoons McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 teaspoons McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract
1 (16 ounce) box confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt in medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed 5 minutes or until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Mix in sour cream, milk, food color and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour mixture on low speed until just blended. Do not overbeat. Spoon batter into 30 paper-lined muffin cups, filling each cup 2/3 full.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted into cupcake comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire rack 5 minutes. Remove from pans; cool completely. Frost with Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting.
  • Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat cream cheese, softened, butter, sour cream and McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract in large bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 57.5 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 173.6 mg, Sugar 28.3 g

Tips:

  • Use good quality ingredients. Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your cupcakes.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the batter, making the cupcakes light and airy.
  • Gradually add the eggs to the batter, one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cupcakes tough.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Do not overbake, as this will make the cupcakes dry.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Use a piping bag to apply the frosting to the cupcakes. This will give you a neat and professional look.

Conclusion:

These pink velvet cupcakes are a delicious and beautiful treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their moist, tender crumb and sweet, tangy frosting, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these pink velvet cupcakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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