Christmas Tree Cupcakes: Easy Festive Treats for Your Holiday Table
Delightful Christmas Tree Cupcakes that are perfect for celebrating the holiday season.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups green buttercream frosting
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ¼ cup edible glitter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the milk and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- Pipe the green buttercream frosting into a tree shape on each cupcake.
- Decorate with chocolate chips and edible glitter to resemble ornaments.
Notes
- For a more festive touch, use different colored sprinkles on top.
- Chill the cupcakes for a bit before serving to enhance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Christmas Tree Cupcakes, holiday treats, festive cupcakes