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Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins

Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins

Delight in these Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins, effortlessly bringing joy and flavor to any occasion.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Sweet Treats
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baking, breakfast, cream cheese, dessert, muffins, Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 210kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • muffin tin
  • Whisk
  • Ice cream scoop

Ingredients

For the Muffin Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

How to Make Red Velvet Cream Cheese Muffins

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Mix the dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Whisk together the wet ingredients in a separate bowl: buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
  • Combine the wet and dry ingredients, gently folding them together until just mixed.
  • Fill muffin liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
  • Bake your muffins for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the muffins in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  • Prepare the frosting by beating the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
  • Frost your cooled muffins generously before serving.

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips on top for an extra delightful touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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