Thursday, April 2, 2009

Red Velvet Cupcakes


Red Velvet Cupcakes

1 (18.25 oz) box yellow cake mix
5 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup low-fat or regular buttermilk
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 ounces red food coloring (be careful, I have a red hand!)

In a large bowl, combine the dry cake mix and the ingredients listed above. Do not add the ingredients listed on the cake box. Check the box directions to see how long you need to mix the batter and then bake according to the directions on the box for the size pans you are using.

Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.

Cream Cheese Frosting

1(8 oz.) package cream cheese, softned
1/2 stick butter, softened
1/2 box plus 2 tablespoons confectioner's sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Using a mixer, blend all of the ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Frost your cake.

Enjoy.