Purple Velvet Cupcakes
Indulge in these delightful Purple Velvet Cupcakes that add a vibrant twist to the classic red velvet. Infused with the natural color of purple ingredients, these cupcakes are not only visually appealing but also deliciously moist and soft, complemented by a creamy frosting.
Equipment
- 1 muffin tin
- 12 cupcake liners
- 2 mixing bowls
- 1 hand mixer or stand mixer
- 1 spatula
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons purple food coloring gel or liquid, adjust to desired color
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, purple food coloring, and vinegar until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on medium speed until fully combined and the batter is smooth.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating the softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy and smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until completely combined and fluffy.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the cream cheese frosting using a spatula or piping bag.
Notes
For a more intense purple color, you can add more food coloring based on your preference. Store any leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can customize the frosting by adding lemon zest or a splash of almond extract for a different flavor.