Description
Elevate your holiday with these Perfect Christmas Cupcakes – a delightful 10-bite recipe bursting with seasonal flavors. Easy to make and sure to impress!
Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1/2 cup red and green sprinkles
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. – In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. – In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. – Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk, mixing just until combined.
5. – Fold in the sprinkles.
6. – Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
7. – Bake for 18-20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. – Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
– For extra festive flair, top the cooled cupcakes with red and green buttercream frosting.
– Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American