Description
Classic Wreath Cupcakes are the ultimate festive treat, perfect for holiday celebrations. These soft, fluffy cupcakes feature a luscious green buttercream frosting that mimics a charming holiday wreath. Adorned with colorful candy decorations, they not only taste delightful but also bring a cheerful visual appeal to any dessert table. Whether for family gatherings or cozy seasonal festivities, these cupcakes are sure to evoke joyful memories and warm nostalgia with every bite.
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
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Green food coloring (to preference)
- Mini marshmallows (for decoration)
- Red candy-coated chocolate (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with festive cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling completely.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form; fold in green food coloring to achieve desired hue. Frost cooled cupcakes in wreath shapes and decorate with mini marshmallows and red candy-coated chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg