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Festive Christmas Tree Cupcake Recipe for Holiday Cheer

Festive Christmas Tree Cupcake Recipe for Holiday Cheer

This delightful Festive Christmas Tree Cupcake recipe brings holiday cheer with fluffy cupcakes, vibrant green frosting, and colorful candy ornaments, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup granulated sugar brown sugar for deeper flavor if preferred
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter can use margarine or vegan butter
  • 2 large eggs can substitute with flax or chia eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract almond extract is a good alternative
  • 1 cup whole milk or almond milk; non-dairy options available
For the Frosting
  • 1 bottle green food coloring adjust for desired shade
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup assorted candy ornaments edible glitter or sprinkles are alternatives
  • 0.5 cup star sugar decorations can swap with any star-shaped decorations

Equipment

  • Cupcake tray
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spoon or ice cream scoop
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with festive cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18 to 20 minutes.
  7. Cool cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Get creative with decorations for a personalized touch.

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