Description

These Green Velvet Cupcakes are a delightful celebration of flavor and color, featuring a creamy frosting that complements their unique taste. Perfect for special occasions, they’re easy to make and a favorite among both children and adults.

Ingredients

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1 ¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup butter – unsalted
3 eggs
3 drops green food coloring – or more
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 ¼ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup buttermilk*
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces cream cheese – softened
½ cup unsalted butter – softened
4 cups confectioner's sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
green sanding sugar or shamrock sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare muffin tins with 18 liners.
In a large bowl, cream the granulated sugar and unsalted butter together.
Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the green food coloring and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
Mix the buttermilk into the wet mixture.
Gradually blend the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until well combined.
Fill the liners about ¾ full with the batter.
Bake for approximately 17 minutes, using a toothpick to test for doneness.

Notes

Be sure to use softened cream cheese for easy mixing.
You can adjust the amount of green food coloring for a deeper color.
Top with green sanding sugar or shamrock sprinkles for a festive touch.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 250
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg