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STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE RED VELVET CUPCAKES

Strawberry Cheesecake Red Velvet Cupcakes: Indulgent Delight to Savour

Experience the rich flavors of strawberry cheesecake combined with the moistness of red velvet cupcakes. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until well incorporated.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cupcakes cool completely.
  10. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add the powdered sugar.
  11. Fold in the chopped strawberries to the cream cheese mixture.
  12. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the strawberry cream cheese frosting.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract to the frosting.
  • These cupcakes can be made a day in advance.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: strawberry cheesecake, red velvet cupcakes, dessert