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Cheesecake-Filled Red Velvet Cupcakes

Imagine sinking your teeth into a heavenly red velvet cake, only to discover a surprise — a creamy dollop of cheesecake nestled inside! This Cheesecake-Filled Red Velvet Cupcake recipe is a blend of textures, from the moist cake to the velvety cheesecake, all wrapped up in the iconic cocoa-kissed red velvet flavor. Ideal for celebrations, afternoon tea or a delightful dessert, these cupcakes elevate any occasion with their irresistible fusion of flavors.

Have you ever wondered how red velvet cakes came to be and what makes them different from chocolate cake? Learn all about Red Velvet Desserts and explore more homemade red velvet recipes related to our cheesecake red velvet cupcake recipe.

Ingredients & Directions

Prep:
30 Min.
Bake:
20 Min.
Total:

BAKE MODE:

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz
    cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup
    sour cream
  • 1 3/4 cups
    granulated sugar, divided
  • 3 tsps
    vanilla extract, divided
  • 2 1/2 cups
    all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 cup
    vegetable oil
  • 1 cup
    buttermilk or sour milk
  • 2
    eggs
  • 1 Tbsp
    red food color
  • 2 tsps
    white vinegar
  • Double Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 4 Tbsps
    butter
  • 2/3 cup
    HERSHEY'S Cream Cheese Flavored Chips
  • 4 oz
    cream cheese
  • 2 1/2 cups
    powdered sugar
READY TO MAKE THIS?
You'll Need 
Oven
Muffin Cup Liners
Muffin Pans
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Mixing Bowls
Mixer
Refrigerator
Microwave

Directions

Tip

To make sour milk, use 1 tablespoon white vinegar plus milk to equal 1 cup.

Double Cream Cheese Frosting: Melt the butter and cream cheese flavored chips in a microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) for 30 seconds, then stir. Return to the microwave and heat on HIGH in 15-second increments until the mixture is completely melted and smooth when stirred. Beat in the cream cheese until blended. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until smooth. Makes about 2 cups of frosting.

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