# What You'll Need:
→ Green Velvet Cupcakes
01 - 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 0.75 cup granulated sugar
03 - 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
07 - 0.5 cup buttermilk, room temperature
08 - 0.5 cup vegetable oil
09 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 1 teaspoon white vinegar
12 - 1 to 2 teaspoons green gel food coloring
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
13 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
14 - 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
15 - 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
16 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
17 - Pinch of salt
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, vinegar, and green gel food coloring. Mix until smooth and uniformly vibrant green in color.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix the batter.
05 - Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each approximately two-thirds full.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
07 - Beat softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt until fully incorporated.
08 - Once cupcakes are completely cooled, frost generously with cream cheese frosting using a piping bag or spatula. Decorate with green sprinkles or shamrock toppers if desired.
