Red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting vote now OtherVery Easy35 min Send this recipe to a friend Print this page Ask a question to the author Post your photo of this recipe Ingredients 12 4 tablespoons unsalted butter ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 egg 2½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 3 tablespoons red food coloring ½ teaspoon vanilla extract ½ cup buttermilk 1 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon baking soda 1½ teaspoons distilled white vinegar 4 ounces butter 4 ounces cream cheese 2½ cups powdered sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract View the directions