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Christmas Tree Cupcakes

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Delight in the spirit of the season with these whimsical Christmas Tree Cupcakes! Each soft, fluffy vanilla cupcake is topped with vibrant green buttercream frosting and adorned with colorful candy decorations, making them a festive centerpiece for any holiday gathering. Easy to make and fun to decorate, these cupcakes are sure to bring joy to both kids and adults alike. Perfect for Christmas parties or cozy family celebrations, each bite is a delicious reminder of holiday cheer!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature, for frosting)
  • 2 tbsp milk (for frosting)
  • Green food coloring (for frosting)
  • Colorful candy decorations (like M&Ms or sprinkles)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in milk and vanilla.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.
  6. For frosting, beat together powdered sugar, butter, milk, and green food coloring until smooth. Decorate cooled cupcakes in tree shapes and add candy decorations.

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