Green Velvet Cupcakes
Green Velvet Cupcakes are a fun and festive twist on classic red velvet, featuring a rich, fluffy texture and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any special occasion!
Servings 24 servings
Calories 321kcal
Ingredients
Cupcakes
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ teaspoons green food coloring
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup butter unsalted - softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups confectioner’s sugar one - 32oz bag
Instructions
Cupcakes
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line the cupcake pans with liners. Set aside.
- Whisk the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Combine the eggs, oil, buttermilk, vinegar, vanilla, and green food coloring in a separate bowl - whisking until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Don’t over-mix.
- Portion out the batter into the prepared pan, filling each liner about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
- Beat the cream cheese and butter together in the mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the vanilla.
- Slowly add the confectioner’s sugar, beating until fully combined.
- Decorate the cupcakes as desired. This frosting can be piped or spread on - it will hold it’s shape if kept cool.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 223mg | Potassium: 44mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 21g