Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line pans with cupcake liners.

In a large bowl, sift flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt together.

In a stand mixer, beat butter and sugar for 2 minutes.

Scrape down bowl and beat again.On low, add eggs one at a time and add vanilla.

Add sour cream.Add dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, salt...) alternating while adding the milk.

Stir in red food coloring.Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full and bake for 17-22 minutes or until an inserted knife comes out clean.

Let cool and frost with Cream Cheese Frosting.