Red Velvet Cupcakes
INGREDIENTS
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, such as Pernigotti
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 cup buttermilk, shaken
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1 tablespoon liquid red food coloring
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1 teaspoon white vinegar
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1 1/2 cups sugar
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2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
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Red Velvet Frosting, recipe follows
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8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
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12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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3 1/2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar (3/4 pound)
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