Description
Get into the holiday spirit with these delightful Fresh Magical Christmas Tree Cupcakes! Adorned with vibrant green frosting and whimsical candy decorations, these treats are perfect for any festive gathering. With a fluffy vanilla base that melts in your mouth, they embody the joy of the season. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply celebrating at home, these cupcakes will charm both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (as desired)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- Assorted candy decorations (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, cream butter until smooth. Gradually mix in dry ingredients, then add eggs, milk, and vanilla until just combined.
- Spoon batter into liners until two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat powdered sugar with softened butter and milk until smooth; add green food coloring to reach your preferred shade.
- Once cooled completely, frost each cupcake and decorate with candies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg