Red Velvet Marble Cupcakes

Indulge in the rich flavors of red velvet marble cupcakes with this delightful baking recipe! These stunning treats combine vibrant red velvet and creamy vanilla for a perfect marbled effect that looks as good as it tastes. Whether you're a baking novice or an experienced pro, our detailed guide will walk you through every step, ensuring your cupcakes are a hit at any occasion. Click through to explore the full recipe and impress your friends and family with these delicious cupcakes!

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Ingredients

For the Red Velvet Batter:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon cocoa powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup vegetable oil

1 cup buttermilk, room temperature

2 large eggs, room temperature

2 tablespoons red food coloring

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon white vinegar

For the Vanilla Batter:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs, room temperature

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ cup milk, room temperature

For Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

4 cups powdered sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

A pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Make the Red Velvet Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar. Slowly combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Make the Vanilla Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cream the softened butter in another bowl until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add the vanilla. Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk to the creamed butter, starting and ending with the flour.

Marble the Batters: Using a cupcake scoop, fill each cupcake liner halfway with red velvet batter, then add a spoonful of vanilla batter on top, and finish with more red velvet batter on top, creating a layered effect. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the batters together for a marbled look.

Bake: Place the cupcake tray in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until well combined and fluffy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing until well combined.

Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, use a piping bag or a spatula to frost each cupcake with the cream cheese frosting.

Serve and Enjoy: Optionally, top with sprinkles or red velvet crumbs for a decorative touch.

Prep Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 12 cupcakes