Decadent Red Velvet Cupcakes with Pink Cream Cheese Frosting ❤️🧁
These red velvet cupcakes are soft, velvety, and have just the right balance of chocolate and tang. The pink cream cheese frosting adds a festive, creamy touch that’s simply irresistible!

Red velvet cupcakes are always a showstopper, but when you top them with a dreamy pink cream cheese frosting, they become the ultimate treat! 🎀 Whether you’re making these for Valentine’s Day, a birthday, or just because—you’re in for a deliciously moist, cocoa-kissed cupcake with a tangy, silky-smooth frosting.

There’s something truly magical about red velvet cupcakes. 💖 They have that perfect balance of rich cocoa flavor with a slight tang, thanks to the buttermilk and vinegar. The texture? Incredibly soft and velvety—just like the name suggests! And let’s be honest, that deep red color makes them extra fun to bake. Whether you’re making these for a special occasion or just to treat yourself, they’re guaranteed to impress.

But let’s talk about that pink cream cheese frosting! The cream cheese adds a slight tang that complements the sweetness of the cupcake beautifully, while the butter keeps it silky smooth. Adding just a few drops of pink food coloring turns it into the prettiest, fluffiest topping—perfect for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or anytime you want a little extra charm. I love to pipe mine into tall, swirly peaks and sprinkle on some heart-shaped sprinkles or edible glitter for a bakery-style finish. ✨

These cupcakes aren’t just delicious; they’re a joy to make! The batter comes together easily, and the frosting is smooth and dreamy—no complicated steps or fancy ingredients needed. So go ahead, whip up a batch, and share them with someone special. 🧁💕

Red Velvet Valentine Cupcakes

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup buttermilk
1 tsp white vinegar
1 tbsp red food coloring

For the Pink Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
A few drops of pink food coloring

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well.

Mix in the buttermilk, vinegar, and red food coloring. Slowly add the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined.

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling them about ⅔ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool completely.

Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and pink food coloring, mixing until fluffy.

Pipe or spread the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Top with sprinkles, edible glitter, or a cute heart decoration for extra charm! 💕