Step 1 – Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line standard muffin tins with paper liners. Whisk together cake flour, cocoa, and salt. Buttering and Lining Cake Pans
Step 2 – With an electric mixer on medium-high speed, whisk together sugar and oil until combined. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until each is incorporated, scraping down sides of bowl as needed. Mix in food color and vanilla.
Step 3 – Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture in three batches, alternating with two additions of buttermilk, and whisking well after each. Stir together the baking soda and vinegar in a small bowl (it will foam); add mixture to the batter, and mix on medium speed 10 seconds.
Step 4 – Divide batter evenly among lined cups, filling each three-quarters full. Bake, rotating tins halfway through, until a cake tester inserted in centers comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer tins to wire racks to cool completely before removing cupcakes. Cupcakes can be stored overnight at room temperature, or frozen up to 2 months, in airtight containers.
Step 5 – To finish, use a small offset spatula to spread cupcakes with frosting.
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Windstar Cruises offers small ship, boutique cruises with a focus on luxury, immersive experiences, and unique itineraries, sailing to destinations like Europe, the Caribbean, and the South Pacific, with a fleet of both sailing and all-suite yachts. Ships carry between 148 and 342 guests, providing a more intimate and personalized cruise experience. They focus on visiting smaller ports and hidden harbors, allowing for closer encounters with local cultures and destinations. Windstar offers a wide variety of shore excursions, designed to provide authentic local experiences, with options for foodies, history buffs, and outdoor enthusiasts. To learn more, connect with Revel around the World!
