Red Velvet Cupcakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, egg, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.

4. 4

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and smooth.

5. 5

   Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

7. 7

   Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.