Ultimate Christmas Cupcakes
Delightful and versatile Christmas cupcakes that are easy to make and perfect for any holiday occasion, bursting with festive colors and flavors.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup milk room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
For Decoration
- Food coloring (red, green, etc.) for coloring the batter
- Festive toppings (sprinkles, icing, candy canes) to decorate
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients in one place.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line your cupcake tin with paper liners.
Mixing
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
Baking
- Divide the batter into separate bowls and add food coloring as desired.
- Spoon the colored batter into prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Decorating
- Let cupcakes cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cool, decorate with sprinkles, icing, and candy canes.
Notes
These cupcakes can be customized for dietary preferences. Store in an airtight container for up to three days or refrigerate for longer shelf life. They can be frozen for up to three months.