Description
Delightful Christmas Wreath Cupcakes topped with creamy frosting and festive decorations, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- Red candies (for berries)
- Green sprinkles or fondant (for leaves)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake pan with festive liners.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition and scraping the bowl sides.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cupcakes cool, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add confectioners’ sugar until desired sweetness is reached.
- Using a piping bag and star tip, frost the cupcakes in a wreath design.
- Decorate with red candies for berries and green sprinkles or fondant for leaves.
- Allow to set before serving.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Do not overmix the batter to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Christmas, cupcakes, holiday desserts, festive, baking