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christmas cupcake designs

Christmas Cupcake Designs: 7 Festive Ideas to Celebrate


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Festive and creative Christmas cupcake designs for your holiday celebrations.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Red and green food coloring
  • Buttercream frosting
  • Decorative sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs, milk, and vanilla; mix well.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; mix until just combined.
  6. Divide batter into two bowls; color one green and the other red.
  7. Spoon alternating colors into cupcake liners.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cupcakes cool completely.
  10. Frost with buttercream and decorate with sprinkles.

Notes

  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container.
  • Use different colors for varied designs.
  • Experiment with flavors in the frosting.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Christmas cupcake designs, holiday cupcakes, festive cupcakes