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Festive Christmas Tree Cupcakes Recipe

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These Christmas Tree Cupcakes are the perfect festive treat for your holiday celebrations! With their fluffy vanilla cake base, topped with vibrant green buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are shaped like miniature Christmas trees, complete with edible decorations like candy ornaments and a star on top. Not only do they taste delicious, but they also make an adorable addition to your Christmas dessert table. Easy to make and fun to decorate, these cupcakes are a delightful holiday project for kids and adults alike. Whether for a Christmas party, school event, or family gathering, these cupcakes will bring smiles to everyone!

Ingredients

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For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk

For the Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar (adjust for consistency)
  • 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Green food coloring
  • Red and gold candy decorations (for ornaments)
  • Mini star-shaped candies (for the tree top)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • Make the cupcake batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Combine the dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  • Fill cupcake liners: Spoon the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the cupcakes: Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the frosting: While the cupcakes are cooling, make the buttercream frosting. Beat the softened butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time. Add the heavy cream or milk until you reach a smooth, spreadable consistency. Stir in vanilla extract and green food coloring until the desired shade of green is achieved.
  • Frost the cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are fully cooled, use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to pipe the green frosting in a swirl, creating the shape of a Christmas tree.
  • Decorate the trees: Decorate the tree-shaped frosting with red and gold candy ornaments and top each tree with a mini star-shaped candy to complete the look.
  • Serve and enjoy: Allow the frosting to set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your festive, fun Christmas Tree Cupcakes!

Notes

  • For a more moist cupcake, consider adding a tablespoon of sour cream or yogurt to the batter.
  • You can make the cupcakes and frosting a day ahead. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • If you don’t have a star-shaped piping tip, you can use a round tip to make a simple swirl and still create a cute tree effect.

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