Green Velvet Cupcakes

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For the Cupcakes:

1 cup cake flour (not self-rising)

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 large egg

1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon green gel food coloring

For the Frosting:

2 ounces white chocolate, chopped

3 large egg whites, at room temperature

3/4 cup sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

Pinch of cream of tartar

2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Assorted green sprinkles, for decorating