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Garden Party Cupcakes

Delightful and colorful cupcakes perfect for any garden-themed celebration.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 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 unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons food coloring various colors
Decorations
  • 1 cup edible flowers for garnish
  • 1 cup sprinkles optional

Method
 

Prepare Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with 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 another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool on a cooling rack.
Prepare Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the heavy cream and vanilla extract.
  3. Beat until light and fluffy. Divide into bowls and add food coloring as desired.
Decorate Cupcakes
  1. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the colored frosting.
  2. Garnish with edible flowers and sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes can be customized with different colors and decorations to match your party theme.

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