Description

These Red Velvet Crush Cupcakes combine the rich, cocoa-infused flavor of red velvet with tangy cream cheese frosting and a crunchy Oreo cookie topping. With the perfect balance of soft, moist cupcakes and crispy topping, these cupcakes are a showstopper for any occasion. Indulge in this delightful treat that will leave everyone asking for more!

Ingredients

For the Red Velvet Cupcakes:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 ½ cups granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tablespoon red food coloring

1 cup buttermilk

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

3 cups powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Oreo Cookie Crumble:

12 Oreo cookies, crushed

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For Garnish (Optional):

Additional Oreo cookie crumbs

Fresh berries

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Instructions

Prepare the Red Velvet Cupcakes:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing in between.
Mix the cocoa powder and red food coloring with a bit of water to form a paste, then add it to the butter mixture. Mix well.
Add the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Divide the batter among the cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract until combined.
Prepare the Oreo Cookie Crumble:
In a small bowl, mix the crushed Oreos with melted butter until well combined.
Assemble the Cupcakes:
Once the cupcakes have cooled, spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting on top of each one.
Sprinkle the Oreo cookie crumble over the frosting and gently press to adhere.
Garnish with additional Oreo crumbs or fresh berries, if desired.

Notes

Other cookies: Experiment with chocolate chip cookies or ginger snaps instead of Oreos for a different flavor.

Gluten-free: Use gluten-free flour and ensure your Oreos are gluten-free to make this treat suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

Healthier version: For a lower-calorie version, use low-fat cream cheese and whole wheat flour.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert, Cupcakes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American