Red Velvet Muffins
Red Velvet Muffins: A Masterpiece of Colour and Flavour
Red Velvet Muffins are a delicious and charming variation of the most classic baked treats. Known for their distinctive bright red colour and soft, moist texture, these muffins combine visual elegance with an irresistible taste, making them perfect for every occasion, from special breakfasts to festive occasions.
Ingredients
- 250 g of 00 flour
- 150 g of caster sugar
- 100 g of unsalted butter at room temperature
- 240 ml of whole milk
- 1 medium-sized egg at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence
- 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons of red food colouring gel or liquid
- 1 teaspoon of white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
Instructions
- Preparation of the dough: In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla essence, stirring until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder and salt. Add these dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. This helps to maintain the consistency of the dough.
- In a small container, mix white vinegar and bicarbonate of soda, allowing the reaction to foam slightly, then incorporate the mixture into the mixture. Add the red food colouring, stirring until uniformly coloured.
- Baking: Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare a muffin tin with paper cups. Fill each ramekin to about 3/4 of its capacity with the mixture. If you wish, you can mix sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle this mixture over each muffin before baking to create a sweet and spicy crust.
- Bake the muffins for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean. Be careful not to overcook them to maintain their softness and internal moisture.
- Cooling: Let the muffins cool in the baking tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Red Velvet Muffins are ready to be enjoyed in all their glory, with their raw aesthetic beauty and irresistible combination of taste and texture. These sweets are a perfect choice to add a touch of colour and flavour to any table, bringing with them a piece of American culinary history adapted to an Italian twist.
Remember that the key to perfect muffins lies not only in the quality of the ingredients but also in the love and care you put into their preparation. Be inspired by your passion for cooking and enthusiasm for sharing these delicacies with friends
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