Christmas Tree Cupcakes
Christmas Tree Cupcakes are the perfect festive treat to brighten up your holiday celebrations. These whimsical delights feature fluffy cake topped with vibrant green frosting and colorful candy ornaments, making them a fun project for bakers of all ages. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply indulging in some seasonal joy, these cupcakes will surely impress your guests and create sweet memories.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box cupcake mix (vanilla or chocolate)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- Green food coloring (to desired shade)
- Mini candies (for decoration)
- Edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cupcake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water; stir until smooth. Fill each liner two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and green food coloring until desired shade is achieved.
- Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes in a tree shape and decorate with mini candies and edible glitter if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For a different flavor twist, use chocolate cake mix instead of vanilla. Add peppermint extract to the batter for a refreshing minty touch. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.