Description
Classic Wreath Cupcakes are a festive delight that will elevate any holiday gathering. These moist cupcakes, topped with creamy green frosting and colorful decorations, provide a sweet treat that captures the spirit of the season. Perfect for bakers of all skill levels, this recipe allows for personalization through various holiday-themed decorations. Each bite delivers a joyous combination of flavors and memories, making them an ideal addition to your celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup buttercream frosting base
- Green food coloring (gel)
- Decorative sprinkles or candies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time with vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Spoon batter into prepared muffin tin, filling each liner two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg