Step 1

In a cupcake tin, place 4 cupcake liners on the outside edge. Preheat the oven to 350.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, beat together the canola oil, sugar, buttermilk, egg white, red dye, vinegar, and vanilla using an electric mixer.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt and cocoa powder.

Step 4

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, while mixing.

Step 5

Divide the batter between the four cupcake liners and bake for 20-22 minutes until a cake tester comes out clean. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 6

Beat together all icing ingredients using an electric mixer. Frost cupcakes when cool.