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RED VELVET CHEESECAKE CUPCAKE

Sana Umer
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes are soft, rich, and filled with a creamy cheesecake center. Perfect for holidays, birthdays, or special occasions, they combine classic red velvet flavor with a sweet and tangy surprise inside.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg yolk

For the Frosting (Optional):

  • 1 cup whipped cream or cream cheese frosting

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg yolk until smooth. Set aside.
  • Make Cupcake Batter: In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. In a large bowl, mix oil, sugar, egg, buttermilk, vanilla, vinegar, and red food coloring until combined. Gradually add dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
  • Assemble: Fill each cupcake liner halfway with red velvet batter. Add a spoonful of cheesecake filling in the center, then top with a little more batter.
  • Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
  • Frost (Optional): Top with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting for a beautiful finish.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Cheesecake filling can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Customizing the Flavor: Add chocolate chips to the cheesecake layer for extra richness.
  • Serving Suggestions: Perfect for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or tea parties.
  • Allergy-Friendly Options: Use dairy-free cream cheese and milk alternatives for a lighter version.
  • Storage Tips: Store cupcakes in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
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