Description
These vibrant Green Velvet Cupcakes offer a delightful twist on the classic red velvet, perfect for surprising your family or adding joy to any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons green food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, green food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
Ensure your eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature for better incorporation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cupcakes, dessert, green velvet, baking, festive treats