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Christmas cupcakes

Christmas cupcakes recipe

Cupcakes became popular in the United States in the 19th century, and their small size and individual portions made them perfect for celebrations and special occasions.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

Cooking Method
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Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 20 min Rest Time: 30 min Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Servings 12
Calories 3000
Best Season Winter
Ingredients
  • 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cup Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon Green food coloring
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon Milk
  • 2 tablespoon Sprinkles
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into two bowls.
  7. Add red food coloring to one bowl and green food coloring to the other, stirring until well combined.
  8. Spoon the colored batters into the prepared cupcake liners, creating layers of red and green batter.
  9. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, butter, and milk to make the frosting.
  12. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the prepared frosting.
  13. Decorate with sprinkles.
  14. Enjoy your festive Christmas cupcakes!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Total Carbohydrate 33g11%
Sugars 23g
Protein 3g6%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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