Mini Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Name: Mini Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 large egg (room temperature); 1-2 teaspoons red food coloring; 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar (optional ); 3/4 cup cake flour (substitute all purpose flour); 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 cup whole milk; 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature); 1/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature ); 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; pinch kosher salt; 1-3 teaspoons milk (as needed)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:10min

These mini red velvet cupcakes are topped with tangy cream cheese frosting and make the perfect bite-size treat for any occasion from birthdays to Valentine's Day!

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:39:54 GMT