Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Pink Velvet Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any special occasion, especially Valentine’s Day. These soft and fluffy cupcakes feature a beautiful pink hue that instantly elevates your dessert table. With a rich flavor profile and customizable toppings, these whimsical treats are sure to impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 white cake mix
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/3 cups water
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 egg whites (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3–4 drops pink food coloring
- Optional: Valentine sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line cupcake pans with liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cake mix, flour, sugar, and salt.
- Gradually add in water, sour cream, egg whites, vegetable oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth. Add pink food coloring and mix again.
- If desired, fold in Valentine sprinkles for a fun touch.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for approximately 22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg