Delicious Valentine's Day cupcakes decorated with hearts and pink frosting

why make this recipe

Valentine’s Day Cupcakes are a sweet way to show your love. They are soft, chocolatey, and topped with a beautiful pink frosting that makes them perfect for the occasion. Making these cupcakes can bring joy not just to your loved ones but also to yourself as you create something special. Plus, who can resist a delicious cupcake?

how to make Valentine’s Day Cupcakes

Ingredients:

1 & 1/3 cup All-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon Baking soda
2 teaspoon Baking Powder
3/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa
1/8 teaspoon flaky sea salt to serve
3 tablespoon Butter (softened)
1 & 1/2 cup White sugar
2 Large eggs
3/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 cup Milk
3 cups Icing sugar
1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 to 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
1 teaspoon Pink food colouring

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and line a muffin pan with paper or foil liners.
In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa, and a bit of salt. Set this mixture aside.
In a larger bowl, whip the softened butter and sugar together until fluffy and light in color.
Add the eggs to the butter and sugar mixture one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture. Make sure the batter is smooth.
Pour the batter into the muffin liners, filling each about three-quarters full.
Bake in the oven for 15 to 17 minutes. They are ready when a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into a cupcake.
Once baked, let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them.
For the frosting, use a standing mixer with a whisk attachment. Blend the icing sugar and softened butter on low speed until combined, then increase to medium speed and beat for three minutes.
Add vanilla extract, a bit of pink food coloring, and heavy cream. Continue to beat for another minute, adjusting the cream as necessary to get the right consistency for spreading.

how to serve Valentine’s Day Cupcakes

Serve your Valentine’s Day Cupcakes on a lovely plate or a cupcake stand to impress your loved ones. You can decorate them with heart-shaped sprinkles or edible glitter for an extra festive touch. These cupcakes are perfect for romantic dinners, parties, or simply enjoying on your own.

how to store Valentine’s Day Cupcakes

To keep your cupcakes fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep them longer, you can refrigerate them for up to a week. Just make sure to let them come to room temperature before serving.

tips to make Valentine’s Day Cupcakes

Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.
Don’t overmix your batter; mix until just combined.
Use a toothpick to check for doneness, as it should come out clean.
Experiment with different food colors for the frosting to match the occasion!

variation

You can easily turn these cupcakes into vanilla cupcakes by replacing the cocoa powder with more flour and adding vanilla extract to the batter.

FAQs

1. Can I use a different type of frosting?
Yes! Feel free to use cream cheese frosting or a chocolate ganache if you prefer.

2. Can I make these cupcakes in advance?
Absolutely! You can bake the cupcakes a day or two in advance and frost them closer to when you plan to serve them.

3. Can I freeze these cupcakes?
Yes, you can freeze the cupcakes without frosting for up to three months. Just make sure to wrap them tightly in plastic wrap before freezing.