Description
These green velvet cupcakes combine the classic tang and cocoa depth of red velvet with a festive emerald twist. Topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, they’re perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or any occasion that calls for vibrant color and rich flavor.
Ingredients
For the green velvet cupcakes:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1½ cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons green food coloring (gel)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
For the cream cheese frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Green sprinkles or shamrock decorations (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two 12-cup muffin tins with liners.
2. Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
3. In another bowl, beat eggs, then whisk in oil, buttermilk, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar until smooth.
4. Gradually fold wet mixture into dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Divide batter among cupcake liners, filling each ⅔ full.
6. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
7. Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
8. Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Mix until smooth.
9. Frost cooled cupcakes and decorate with green sprinkles or shamrocks.
Notes
Use gel food coloring for best color payoff without altering batter consistency.
Don’t overmix batter—stop once ingredients are just combined.
Ensure cupcakes are fully cool before frosting.
Frosting can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in fridge.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 195mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: green velvet cupcakes, St. Patrick's Day dessert, cream cheese frosting, festive cupcakes