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Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Delightful and festive cupcakes decorated with green frosting and sprinkles, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cupcake base
  • 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)
For the frosting
  • 2 cups butter (cold and cut into chunks)
  • 10 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup heavy cream (for frosting)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Green Gel Food Coloring for frosting
For decoration
  • 1 pieces 1 M Piping Tip
  • 1 pieces Piping Bags
  • 1 tbsp Golden Star Sprinkles
  • 1 tbsp Holiday Sprinkles

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line your cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
Making the Cupcake Batter
  1. Add the vegetable oil, sour cream, heavy cream, and eggs. Mix on medium speed until smooth.
  2. Pour the cupcake batter into the prepared liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Baking the Cupcakes
  1. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Let cupcakes cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Frosting
  1. In a large bowl, beat cold butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar until well combined.
  2. Mix in vanilla extract and heavy cream until the frosting is fluffy.
  3. Add green gel food coloring until desired shade is reached.
Decorating the Cupcakes
  1. Fill piping bags with green buttercream and pipe onto cooled cupcakes in tree shapes.
  2. Decorate with golden star sprinkles and additional holiday sprinkles.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container. Unfrosted cupcakes can be frozen for up to three months. Frosted ones should be consumed within 4-5 days if stored at room temperature or in the fridge.