Name: Red Velvet Cupcakes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 14 cupcakes
Ingredients: 2 large eggs, room temperature and separated; 1 and 1/3 cups (160g) all-purpose flour* (spoon & leveled); 1/4 cup (32g) cornstarch*; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 4 teaspoons (6g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar; 1/2 cup (120ml) canola or vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon distilled white vinegar; liquid or gel red food coloring*; 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, room temperature*; cream cheese frosting for topping