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Red, White and Blue Cupcakes

Red, White and Blue Cupcakes
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Red, White and Blue Cupcakes are the perfect festive treat to celebrate any occasion, especially the Fourth of July. These delightful cupcakes feature a moist red velvet base topped with vibrant buttercream frosting in patriotic colors. Eye-catching and delicious, they are sure to impress guests at barbecues, birthday parties, or summer gatherings. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings, these cupcakes not only taste great but also add a splash of color to your dessert table. Whether you’re hosting a celebration or simply indulging in a sweet treat, these Red, White and Blue Cupcakes will delight everyone.

Ingredients

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  • 11.25 oz all-purpose flour (2 1/2 cups)
  • 10.5 oz granulated sugar (1 1/2 cups)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 8 fl oz vegetable oil (1 cup)
  • 12 fl oz buttermilk (1 1/2 cups)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp red gel food coloring
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 fl oz pasteurized liquid egg whites (1/2 cup)
  • 16 oz powdered sugar (4 cups)
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 16 oz unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 2 tbsp vanilla extract
  • red gel food coloring (I like Americolor brand gel food coloring)
  • blue gel food coloring
  • Candies for the top of the cupcakes (optional but cute!)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red gel food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla until combined.
  4. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Allow cupcakes to cool before frosting with colored buttercream.

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