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Daisy Frosted Cupcakes

Deliciously moist cupcakes topped with a fluffy daisy-themed frosting, perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • food coloring yellow and green for decoration

Method
 

Make the Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
Make the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined.
  3. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until fluffy.
  4. Divide the frosting into two bowls and color one with yellow and the other with green food coloring.
  5. Use a piping bag to frost the cupcakes, creating a daisy pattern with the yellow and green frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes can be decorated with additional edible flowers for a more festive look.

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