Deep Dark and Rosy, Red Velvet Cupcakes.
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups flour*
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1/2 cup cornstarch*
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup sugar
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1 1/2 cups canola oil
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2 eggs (at room temperature*)
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 teaspoons rose water*
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2-4 teaspoons red food coloring
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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2 teaspoons white vinegar
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4 ounces bittersweet chocolate (chopped)
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8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
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1/2 cup salted butter (softened (or unsalted with 1/2 tsp salt), 8 tablespoons)
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 vanilla bean (seeds removed)
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2 teaspoons rose water*
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1-2 tablespoons heavy cream
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