Aunt Jeans Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Recipe from The Food Channel

A modern take on a retro classic, these moist chocolaty-rich red velvet cupcakes topped with indulgent cream cheese frosting travel great and make serving carefree and easy for parties and family get-togethers.


Aunt Jeans Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Servings: 24 servings
Prep Time: 30 mins
Related Categories: Birthdays, Cupcakes, Cupcakes, Cupcakes, Red Velvet Cake, Special Occasions
 
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Ingredients
  • 1   box
    red velvet cake mix
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  • 8   ounces
    cream cheese, room temperature
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  • 1/4   pound (1 stick)
    butter, room temperature
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  • 1/2   teaspoon
    vanilla extract
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  • 2   cups
    confectioner's powdered sugar, sifted
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    Sprinkles (optional)
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Directions
1.
Prepare cake mix according to package directions; spoon batter, 2/3 full, into 24 greased cupcake tins lined with paper. Bake according to package directions; cool.
2.
Combine softened cream cheese, butter and vanilla extract together in mixer and beat until creamy. Slowly add powdered sugar and beat on medium speed, scraping down sides of bowl, until smooth and fluffy.
3.
Spread or pipe frosting evenly over cupcakes.
4.
Top with sprinkles, if desired.
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