Red Velvet Cupcakes
Red Velvet Cupcakes are a beloved American dessert, known for their striking crimson color and mild cocoa flavor. They typically feature a tender, moist crumb made with flour, sugar, butter, eggs, buttermilk, vinegar, and a touch of cocoa powder, often topped with a generous swirl of tangy cream cheese frosting.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These cupcakes are high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from sugar, flour, and the frosting, with a modest amount of protein from eggs and dairy. A single standard-sized cupcake generally contains around 300-400 calories, offering little in the way of essential vitamins or minerals.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 90 mg |
| Vitamin A | 100 IU |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1 µg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
Per 1 cupcake (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The iconic red color was originally a chemical reaction between non-Dutch processed cocoa and acidic ingredients like buttermilk and vinegar, not added dye. Today, the vibrant hue is almost always achieved with food coloring, making it a visually dramatic treat that became a staple of Southern U.S. baking and a symbol of celebratory indulgence.
