Memorial Day Firework Cupcakes

June 15, 2014

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Red velvet cupcakes with patriotic frosting.

For the cupcakes

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon white vinegar
Natural red food coloring

For the frosting

8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1 stick unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
2 cups confectioners sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Natural red food coloring
Blue food coloring

For the cupcakes Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 12-count muffin pan with cupcake liners. Set aside. In medium mixing bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cocoa powder, set...
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Nutritions

Calories
563

Sodium
187mg
7% DV

Fat
42g
65% DV

Protein
3g
7% DV

Carbs
38g
12% DV

Fiber
1g
6% DV