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Green Velvet Cupcakes
45min
Total Time
12 people
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget
Cost
250 kcal
Calories
If cupcakes and vegetables had a baby, it would be the delightful Green Velvet Cupcake!
Ingredients
12
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tbsp green gel food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F and line muffin tin with liners.
2
In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
3
In another bowl, combine oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla.
4
Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
5
Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter.
6
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7
Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
8
For frosting, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
9
Add vanilla extract to frosting and mix well.
10
Frost cooled cupcakes as desired.
Pro Tips
Use room temperature ingredients for best results
Keep the batter light and fluffy
Troubleshooting
If cupcakes overflow, reduce filling to half
If dry, check oven temperature with thermometer
Recipe Variations
Add chocolate chips for extra sweetness
Use natural food coloring for healthier option
Serving Suggestions
Top with colorful sprinkles
Serve with green tea for contrast
Nutrition Facts
250
Calories
3g
Protein
36g
Carbs
12g
Fat
1g
Fiber
20g
Sugar
180mg
Sodium
35mg
Cholesterol
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Overmixing batter can lead to dense cupcakes
Not letting cool before frosting makes mess
Using too much food coloring can make bitter taste
Reviews
Sofia
Mar 15, 2026
These cupcakes were a hit at the party!
Raj
Apr 1, 2026
Love the unique color, very delicious!
Chen
Mar 31, 2026
So easy to make and everyone loved them.
Ahmed
Mar 16, 2026
Perfectly moist, kids couldn't get enough!
Maria
Mar 20, 2026
Great recipe, added a little extra frosting!
