Grinch Cupcakes
Grinch Cupcakes are a festive and whimsical delight that brings holiday cheer to any gathering. With their vibrant green color and fluffy buttercream frosting, these cupcakes will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also add a playful touch to your celebrations. Perfect for holiday parties or cozy nights in, these easy-to-make treats are a hit with both kids and adults alike. Get ready to impress your guests and spread some joy with every bite of these delightful Grinch-inspired cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp green food coloring
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp green food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with festive liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add milk, vanilla extract, and green food coloring.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Spoon batter into cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting them with creamy green buttercream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg