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Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Christmas Tree Cupcakes

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Bring festive cheer to your gatherings with these delightful Christmas Tree Cupcakes! These charming desserts are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare, making them perfect for both busy weeknights and special family occasions. Each cupcake is a delicious combination of rich chocolate flavor topped with vibrant green frosting that resembles a holiday tree, adorned with sparkling sprinkles. Whether you’re decorating with kids or impressing guests at a holiday party, these cupcakes are sure to bring joy and sweetness to your celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 cups butter (cold)
  • 10 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • Green gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine vegetable oil, sour cream, heavy cream, and eggs, whisking until smooth. Add the chocolate cake mix and cocoa powder; mix until just combined.
  2. Line a cupcake pan with liners and fill each liner two-thirds full with batter. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
  3. For the frosting, beat cold butter in another bowl until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing on low speed. Incorporate vanilla extract and heavy cream until smooth, then add salt and green gel food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
  4. Using a piping bag fitted with an M tip, pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes in a spiral motion to create tree shapes. Top with golden star sprinkles and festive decorations.

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