Description
Santa hat cupcakes are the perfect festive treat to celebrate the holiday season! These charming vanilla delights, topped with creamy frosting and vibrant red accents, will bring joy to any gathering. Each bite offers a moist texture paired with a rich flavor, making them an irresistible centerpiece for your holiday dessert table. Whether you’re hosting a party or just want to spread some cheer, these adorable cupcakes are sure to create sweet memories.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Red food coloring (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition; then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg