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Red velvet marble cupcakes blend classic red velvet with a rich chocolate swirl. This mix creates a unique flavor and a striking look. The red velvet part is soft and moist, while the chocolate adds depth. This makes these cupcakes stand out from regular red velvet cupcakes.

Red Velvet Marble Cupcakes

Savor the deliciousness of red velvet marble cupcakes with this easy and scrumptious recipe! Discover how to combine rich chocolate swirls and vibrant red velvet for a treat that's as beautiful as it is tasty. This guide walks you through essential ingredient tips, unique frosting ideas, and helpful baking steps. Ready to elevate your baking game? Click through to explore mouthwatering variations and impress your loved ones today!
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 large egg

1 cup buttermilk

½ cup vegetable oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tbsp red food coloring

1 cup cream cheese, softened

½ cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

¼ cup milk (for frosting)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard cupcake tin with paper liners.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk them together until well blended.

      Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, beat the egg. Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Mix thoroughly until smooth.

        Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy.

          Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: In another bowl, whip together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Beat until creamy and smooth.

            Create Marble Effect: Take a scoop of the red velvet batter and drop it into the lined cupcake tins, filling each about 1/3 full. Add a dollop of cream cheese frosting on top of the batter, and then add another scoop of the red velvet batter on top, creating a marbled effect by gently swirling with a toothpick or knife.

              Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

                Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, top each with a generous swirl of the cream cheese frosting.

                  Garnish (optional): For an extra touch, sprinkle with chocolate shavings or red velvet crumbs on top of the frosting.

                    - Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 12 cupcakes