Description

Sugar Cone Christmas Tree Cupcakes are a delightful holiday treat that brings festive cheer to your dessert table. These whimsical cupcakes feature a fluffy vanilla cake base topped with vibrant green frosting, mimicking a Christmas tree and crowned with a charming sugar cone. Perfect for holiday parties or cozy family gatherings, these cupcakes will spark joy and nostalgia in everyone, making them feel like kids again.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
3 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Green food coloring (as needed)
Sugar cones (as needed)
Colorful candy decorations (M&Ms or sprinkles)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time and add vanilla.
4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk until smooth.
5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
6. For the frosting, beat powdered sugar and butter until creamy; add green food coloring to achieve desired shade. Pipe onto cooled cupcakes and top each with a sugar cone.
7. Decorate with colorful candies as ornaments.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
Calories: 230
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: - Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. - Customize flavors by using chocolate cake mix or different frostings. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.