Red Velvet Muffins

¼ cups all-purpose flour

¾ cup sugar, divided

baking powder

½ tsp table salt

⅓ cup buttermilk

unsweetened cocoa powder

½ tsp red liquid food coloring

½ cup vegetable oil

large egg, slightly beaten

cream cheese, softened

½ cup sugar

¼ cup all-purpose flour

unsalted butter, cut into cubes