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Halloween Bloody Red Velvet Cupcakes with Peppermint Frosting

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Halloween Bloody Red Velvet Cupcakes with Peppermint Frosting are the perfect spooky treat for your Halloween festivities. These moist, velvety red cupcakes, topped with a light and refreshing peppermint frosting, create a delightful contrast of flavors that will enchant your taste buds. Ideal for parties or cozy movie nights, this easy-to-follow recipe is guaranteed to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
  5. Spoon batter into liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting. Beat butter with powdered sugar and heavy cream until fluffy; stir in peppermint extract.

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