Watermelon KOOL-AID Cupcakes

Watermelon KOOL-AID Cupcakes are a fun and colorful twist on traditional cupcakes, inspired by the refreshing flavors of watermelon. The addition of watermelon KOOL-AID powder and extract gives these cupcakes a burst of fruity flavor, perfect for summer parties and gatherings.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Watermelon KOOL-AID Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3360

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 package Watermelon KOOL-AID powder
• 1 teaspoon Watermelon extract
• 5 drop Red food coloring
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk
• 2 tablespoon Mini chocolate chips
• 12 Watermelon candy slices

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, egg, milk, watermelon KOOL-AID powder, watermelon extract, and red food coloring.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
8. Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
10. Gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, mixing until smooth.
11. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the buttercream frosting.
12. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of each cupcake.
13. Garnish with a watermelon candy slice.
14. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 3g6%

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