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Red Velvet Santa Hat Cupcakes: A Festive Delight Awaits!

Red Velvet Santa Hat Cupcakes (Almost Too Adorable)
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These Red Velvet Santa Hat Cupcakes are a festive treat that combines the rich flavor of red velvet cake with a delightful cream cheese frosting, topped with a strawberry to resemble Santa’s hat.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Fresh strawberries (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool completely.
  8. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  9. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  10. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the cream cheese frosting.
  11. Top each cupcake with a fresh strawberry to create the Santa hat effect.

Notes

  • For a more intense red color, adjust the amount of red food coloring.
  • Ensure the cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
  • These cupcakes can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

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