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Delicious Southern Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes Recipe

  • Author: Emily Carter
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes

Description

If you’re craving a show-stopping dessert that blends the indulgence of red velvet cake with the richness of cheesecake, these Southern Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes are your dream come true. With a tender, cocoa-kissed red velvet crumb, a creamy cheesecake surprise in the center, and luscious cream cheese frosting on top, this easy recipe is ideal for birthdays, holidays, or whenever sweet cravings strike. Whether you’re searching for quick breakfast treats, easy dinner desserts, or creative food ideas, these cupcakes are a decadent delight that always impress.

Ingredients

For the red velvet cupcake batter:

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring (liquid or gel)
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the cheesecake filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese (block-style, softened)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

For the cream cheese frosting:

  • 6 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Make the cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Scoop into small mounds on parchment and freeze.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with 12 paper liners.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat sugar, oil, egg, buttermilk, food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Make the batter: Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
  6. Assemble: Fill each cupcake liner with 1 tbsp of batter, add a frozen cheesecake scoop, then cover with more batter (about 3/4 full).
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the tops are set and spring back.
  8. Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  9. Make frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beat until fluffy.
  10. Frost and serve: Pipe or spread frosting on cooled cupcakes. Optionally, top with red velvet crumbs.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

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