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Snowman Cupcakes

Want a **Snowman Cupcakes** recipe that makes your holiday baking extra special? You’re in the right place! These adorable cupcakes are decorated to look like snowmen, making them a fun and festive treat for winter gatherings.
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Equipment

  • - Muffin tin
  • - Cupcake liners
  • Mixing bowls
  • - Whisk or electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • - Piping bag or spatula for frosting
  • - Toothpicks (for decorating details)

Ingredients
  

  • #### **For the Cupcakes**
  • - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • - 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • - 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • - 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • - 2 large eggs
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - 1/2 cup whole milk
  • #### **For the Frosting**
  • - 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • - 3 cups powdered sugar
  • - 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • #### **For Decoration**
  • - Large marshmallows for snowman heads
  • - Candy eyes
  • - Mini chocolate chips or black sprinkles for buttons
  • - Orange mini M&M’s or candy-coated sunflower seeds for noses
  • - Pretzel sticks for arms
  • - Red licorice strings or fruit roll-ups for scarves

Instructions
 

  • #### **Step 1: Make the Cupcakes**
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  • Alternately add dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined.
  • Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool completely before frosting.
  • #### **Step 2: Make the Frosting**
  • In a bowl, beat butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
  • Add heavy cream, vanilla, and salt, then beat until light and fluffy.
  • #### **Step 3: Assemble the Snowman Cupcakes**
  • Pipe or spread frosting on each cupcake, creating a smooth, rounded dome.
  • Place a large marshmallow on top for the snowman’s head.
  • Use candy eyes, mini M&M’s, and sprinkles to create the face and buttons.
  • Stick pretzel sticks into the sides for arms.
  • Wrap red licorice or fruit roll-up strips around the marshmallow as a scarf.
  • #### **Step 4: Serve & Enjoy**
  • Let cupcakes set for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.