Christmas Cupcakes
These delightful Christmas Cupcakes encapsulate the warmth of the season with festive flavors, colorful decorations, and a soft, moist crumb, making them perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Cupcake Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for lighter texture.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter Softened to room temperature.
- 2 large eggs At room temperature.
- 0.5 cups milk At room temperature.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder Leavening agent.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- pinch salt salt Balances sweetness.
Frosting and Decorations
- to taste frosting of your choice Cream cheese or buttercream recommended.
- to taste colorful sprinkles or edible glitter For festive decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line a muffin tin with cheerful cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the buttery mixture, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
Baking
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Frosting and Decorating
- Frost the cooled cupcakes with your choice of frosting.
- Decorate with sprinkles or edible glitter.
Notes
For variations, consider adding crushed candy canes for peppermint flavor, using gluten-free flour, or adding pumpkin puree for a twist.