Red Velvet Marble Cupcakes with Raspberry Swirl

Introduction

These Red Velvet Marble Cupcakes are a showstopper! Moist, tender cupcakes swirled with vibrant red batter and topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting with a hint of raspberry make them perfect for parties, special occasions, or just a sweet indulgence at home.

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 tbsp cocoa powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup buttermilk

1 tsp white vinegar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

Red gel food coloring (as needed)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 1/2 cups powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Raspberry Swirl:

1/2 cup seedless raspberry preserves or thick raspberry puree

Red gel food coloring (optional, for a deeper swirl)

How to Make

1. Prepare the Cupcakes: