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    Home » Recipes » Cupcakes

    Red Velvet Cupcakes for Two

    Published: February 12, 2013 · Last Updated: April 26, 2022 by Heather · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    These red velvet cupcakes for two are exactly what you need for your Valentine's Day dessert. This delicious red velvet cupcake recipe makes four cupcakes—the perfect amount for you and your loved one! Enjoy yourself without tons of leftover cupcakes with this simple recipe!

    closeup of red velvet cupcake with cream cheese frosting

    I don’t know what the holiday holds for you this year, but if you’re considering spending it with a loved one, I have the perfect idea for you. If I was going to be literal, the name of this post would have been red velvet cupcakes for four. But if you’re like me, a one-person serving of cupcakes is more likely to be two.

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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • How to make chocolate hearts
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    Why you'll love this recipe

    As much as I would love to scarf down an entire heart-shaped cake (and believe me I would) I wanted to find something individually tailored for two people. After doing some brainstorming and internet searching, I came up with the idea of cupcakes for two. And what better flavor for Valentine’s Day than red velvet!

    How to make chocolate hearts

    The heart-shaped chocolate decorations were actually inspired by a visit that I made to an Ann Arbor cupcake store. I asked the lady behind the counter how she made them, and she explained that she just used a piping bag with melted chocolate—what a simple idea for a fun garnish. So if you’re looking for a fun, easy, and NO stress dessert for Valentine’s Day, give these a try!

    four cupcakes on a platter

    Heather's helpful hints

    Since this recipe only calls for four cupcakes, place them on the outer edge of your muffin tin to bake. This will allow them to rise higher and more evenly. You may also want to fill the empty cavities with water slightly. This will ensure your pan doesn't warp.

    red velvet cupcake with a bite out of it

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    Recipe

    red velvet cupcake on a platter

    Red Velvet Cupcakes for Two

    These red velvet cupcakes for two are exactly what you need for your Valentine's Day dessert. This delicious red velvet cupcake recipe makes four cupcakes—the perfect amount for you and your loved one! Enjoy yourself without tons of leftover cupcakes with this simple recipe!
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    5 from 1 vote
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Yield: 4 cupcakes

    Ingredients

    Cupcake Ingredients

    • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • ⅛ teaspoons baking soda
    • ⅛ teaspoons salt
    • 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
    • ¼ cups canola oil
    • ¼ cups sugar
    • 2 tablespoons buttermilk
    • 1 egg white
    • 1 teaspoon red food coloring
    • ⅛ teaspoons white vinegar
    • ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract

    Frosting Ingredients

    • 3 ounces cream cheese softened
    • 2 tablespoons butter softened
    • 6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
    • 1 teaspoon milk
    • ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

    Instructions

    • Place 4 cupcake liners in a muffin tin. Place a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F.
    • In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt and cocoa powder. In another bowl, beat together the canola oil, sugar, buttermilk, egg white, red dye, vinegar, and vanilla using an electric mixer. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing all the while. Divide the batter between the four cupcake liners and bake for 20-22 minutes until a cake tester comes out clean. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
    • Beat together all icing ingredients using an electric mixer. Frost cupcakes when cool. For chocolate hearts, melt chocolate in a double boiler and transfer to a piping bag. Working quickly pipe heart shaped decorations onto a piece of waxed paper. Allow to cool completely and garnish cupcakes

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupcake | Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 240mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 475IU | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Did you make this recipe?! First, let me say THANK YOU for giving it a try!

    Please leave us a rating and feedback in the comments section at the bottom of this post. I always love to hear your thoughts and ideas on what went well — and didn't — with a recipe!

    Happy Baking!
    Heather

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    1. Francesca

      February 15, 2013 at 2:41 pm

      Heather, the cupcakes look gorgeous but I have to say that the hearts are little masterpieces. As to your doubts, thank you for crediting me with some sort of sensibility. ;-)

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      • Heather (Sweet Precision)

        February 15, 2013 at 4:01 pm

        Thank you Francesca!!

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    2. Heather (Sweet Precision)

      February 13, 2013 at 8:24 am

      Thanks!! I should have had someone here to help me eat them too lol ;)

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    3. smileycook

      February 12, 2013 at 11:01 pm

      Looks decadent and gorgeous! I want to eat this RIGHT NOW!!! I just love your recipes!

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    4. Heather (Sweet Precision)

      February 12, 2013 at 7:36 pm

      Thanks Stefano! I was reading Francesca's post today where she claimed she was the least romantic person on the planet... this I doubt ;) But the scallops definitely looked like a dish worthy of a romantic dinner for two!!

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    5. Stefano

      February 12, 2013 at 1:43 pm

      Nice story and beautiful/yummy-looking cupcakes (and chocolate garnish), Heather!
      Francesca and I have never been into the Saint Valentine thing, so fortunately that should relieve some stress from us :-)

      Reply

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