Best 4 Red Velvet Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting Vegan Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with our guide to creating a delectable vegan version of red velvet cupcakes adorned with a luscious cream cheese frosting. With this recipe, you can satisfy your cravings for this classic dessert while adhering to a plant-based lifestyle. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that promises a symphony of textures and flavors, transforming simple ingredients into a decadent treat that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

VEGAN RED VELVET CUPCAKES



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These Vegan Red Velvet Cupcakes are perfectly moist and fluffy with a subtle note of chocolate flavor. They are easy to make and downright delicious!

Provided by Melissa Huggins

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup soy milk
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar ((sub lemon juice))
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup grapeseed oil (or any neutral flavored oil)
1/4 cup applesauce
2.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract ((*optional))
1 tablespoon red food coloring gel ((vegan-friendly))
1 3/4 cups cake flour ((sub all-purpose))
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting
Vegan Buttercream Frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 °F (177 °C). Fill a 12-Slot Cupcake Pan with cupcake liners.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, add the soy milk and apple cider vinegar. Combine and let it sit for 10 minutes to create a vegan buttermilk. It will thicken and curdle slightly. Set aside.
  • When the buttermilk is ready, add the oil, applesauce, granulated sugar, red coloring, vanilla, and almond extract. Whisk to combine well.
  • In a large mixing bowl with a mesh strainer on top, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine well and set aside.
  • Now slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Whisk together until just combined (*Don't over mix or it can create a dense and chewy cupcake).
  • Divide batter evenly into each slot about 2/3 the way full (an ice cream scoop works great for this). Bake them in the oven for 20-24 minutes. To check for doneness, lightly press the surface - It should spring back (You can also use a toothpick and push it through the center - it should come out clean).
  • Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing. Then let them cool on a rack for at least 30 minutes before frosting.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cupcake, Calories 176 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, Sodium 237 mg, Sugar 17 g

VEGAN RED VELVET CUPCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING RECIPE BY TASTY



Vegan Red Velvet Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsweetened almond milk, lemon juice, organic granulated sugar, refined coconut oil, all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, red food coloring, unsweetened applesauce, vegan butter, vegan cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Bakery Goods

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup organic granulated sugar
¼ cup refined coconut oil, solid
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
4 teaspoons red food coloring, plus more for decorating
⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
½ cup vegan butter
1 cup vegan cream cheese
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  • In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the almond milk and lemon juice, stir with a fork, and set aside for 5-8 minutes until it appears curdled.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and coconut oil with an electric hand mixer until smooth.
  • Add the the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, vanilla, apple cider vinegar, red food coloring, applesauce, and almond milk mixture, and stir with a rubber spatula until well combined.
  • Use an ice cream scoop to fill each muffin cup about ¾ of the way.
  • Bake for 20- 25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean
  • Make the frosting: In a large bowl, cream the vegan butter with an electric hand mixer until smooth. Add the vegan cream cheese. Sift in half the powdered sugar and beat to combine. Sift in the rest of the powdered sugar and beat again.
  • Fold in the vanilla and lemon zest with a rubber spatula until well combined.
  • Scoop about 2 tablespoons of frosting onto each cupcake and smooth out with a butter knife. Use a wooden skewer and more red food coloring to decorate to your liking.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 36 grams

RED VELVET CUPCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING (VEGAN)



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These have to be one of the BEST cupcakes I've ever made!! The chocolate extract REALLY makes it, so it's worth finding. As well as the little hint of almond. For the frosting, I've actually used a little less powdered sugar and it was plenty sweet (1 1/2-3/4 cup)

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup soymilk
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons red food coloring
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon chocolate extract
1/4 cup margarine, non-hydrogenated, softened (Earth Balance)
1/4 cup vegan cream cheese, softened (Tofutti, Better Than Cream Cheese)
2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line muffin pans with liners.
  • Whisk together the soy milk and vinegar and set aside to curdle.
  • Sift the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large bowl and mix.
  • Add the oil, food coloring, chocolate extract, Vanilla extract and almond extract to the curdled soy milk. Whisk well to combine.
  • Make well in center of dry ingredients and gently fold wet ingredients into dry, mixing until large lumps disappear.
  • Do not over mix, oryour cupcakes will turn out gummy - small lumps are okay.
  • Fill cupcake liners about three-quarters full as these cupcakes will rise fairly high.
  • Place in hot oven and bake 18-20 minutes until done, or until toothpick inserted in cetner comes out clean.
  • Cool cupcakes in the pan for five mintues, and then transfer to a cooling rack or surface to cool completely.
  • For frosting:.
  • Using a hand mixer, cream together margarine and cream cheese until just combined, then whip in the powdered sugar in 1/2 cup batches.
  • Scrape down the sides and mix until smooth and creamy.
  • Mix in the vanilla.
  • Keep tightly covered and refrigerated until ready to use.

VEGAN RED VELVET CUPCAKES



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Just awesome. Easy and tasty. Frost with vegan cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Christy Gofron

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cupcake Recipes     Chocolate

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups soy milk
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
⅓ cup applesauce
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup beet juice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ⅔ cups white sugar
¼ cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 muffin tins with cupcake liners.
  • Stir soy milk and apple cider vinegar together in a large bowl. Let stand until curdled, about 5 minutes. Mix in applesauce, oil, beet juice, and vanilla extract.
  • Combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk to remove lumps. Pour in soy milk mixture; stir until batter is just combined.
  • Fill each cupcake liner 3/4 full with batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top springs back to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes. Remove from the tins and place on wire racks until completely cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 185.4 mg, Sugar 15.1 g

Tips:

  • To achieve the vibrant red color, use high-quality red food coloring. Gel or paste food coloring works best, as they are more concentrated and provide a deeper color. Avoid using liquid food coloring, as it can water down the batter and result in a less intense hue.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in tough cupcakes. Mix just until the ingredients are well combined, and be careful not to overbeat the frosting as well.
  • For light and fluffy cupcakes, make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This allows them to mix more evenly and results in a smoother batter.
  • Use a cupcake scoop or kitchen scale to ensure that all of your cupcakes are the same size. This will help them bake evenly.
  • To prevent the cupcakes from sticking to the pan, line your cupcake tins with parchment paper or cupcake liners.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly and prevent it from melting.

Conclusion:

Vegan red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are a delicious and decadent treat that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of their dietary restrictions. With their moist, tender crumb, vibrant red color, and tangy cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is easy to follow and yields delicious results. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's start baking!

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