Whimsical Pink Winter Wonderland Cupcakes
Whimsical Pink Winter Wonderland Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of festive flavors and charming aesthetics. These fluffy pink vanilla cupcakes topped with creamy buttercream frosting are perfect for holiday gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply to bring joy on a gloomy day. Adorned with vibrant sprinkles, they promise to be the star of any dessert table, captivating both eyes and taste buds alike.
- 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
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp almond extract
- Pink gel food coloring
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- Pink sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about three minutes). Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla and almond extracts; mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients alternating with milk, mixing until just combined. Stir in pink food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting with a mixture of butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and additional pink food coloring. Decorate generously with sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Avoid overmixing the batter to ensure fluffy cupcakes. - Substitute almond extract with peppermint extract for a festive twist. - For added flavor surprises, consider filling the cupcakes with raspberry jam or chocolate ganache.