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Christmas Light Cupcakes

Delightful and festive cupcakes adorned with colorful frosting and edible decorations resembling Christmas lights, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 0.5 cups whole milk at room temperature
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp salt
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • various Food coloring for vibrant colors
For Toppings
  • edible glitter
  • mini candies or chocolate chips to resemble lights

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the whole milk until just combined.
  4. Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for about 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool completely.
  5. Beat the softened butter for the frosting until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, followed by heavy cream and vanilla extract. Once combined, divide the frosting into separate bowls and add food coloring to create vibrant hues.
  6. Using a piping bag, swirl the colored frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Add mini candies and edible glitter on top to resemble Christmas lights.

Notes

Store your cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a well-wrapped freezer-safe container for up to a month.