Christmas Tree Cupcakes
Fun and festive chocolate cupcakes decorated with creamy green frosting, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Cupcake Ingredients
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 4 pieces eggs
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp espresso powder (optional) Optional for added depth in flavor.
Frosting Ingredients
- 2 cups butter (cold and cut into chunks)
- 10 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbs vanilla
- ½ cup plus 2 tbs heavy cream
- 1 pinch salt
- as needed green gel food coloring For coloring the frosting.
Decoration Ingredients
- 1 piece 1 M piping tip
- 1 pack piping bags
- as needed golden star sprinkles
- as needed holiday sprinkles
Instructions
How to make the cupcakes
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, sour cream, heavy cream, and eggs.
- Add the chocolate cake mix, cocoa powder, and espresso powder if using. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the batter into cupcake liners and bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
How to make the frosting
- In another bowl, beat the cold butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix well.
- Pour in the vanilla, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt. Beat until the frosting is fluffy.
- Mix in the green gel food coloring until you achieve your desired shade.
How to decorate cupcakes
- Using a piping bag with a 1 M tip, swirl the green frosting on top of each cupcake.
- Sprinkle with golden stars and holiday sprinkles for festive flair.
Notes
Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Freeze without frosting for up to three months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35g
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