These sweets will set the mood for you and your valentine!

Yield: 24 cupcakes

• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
• 1 cup buttermilk, room temp
• 2 eggs, room temp
• 4 tablespoons  food coloring
• 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Frosting

• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted

Directions: