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Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Christmas Tree Cupcakes
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Bring festive cheer to your holiday gatherings with these delightful Christmas Tree Cupcakes! Each cupcake features a rich chocolate cake base topped with fluffy green buttercream frosting, beautifully shaped like a Christmas tree. These charming treats are not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious, making them the perfect addition to any celebration. Easy to make and fun for the whole family, these cupcakes will surely bring smiles and joy, whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy baking session at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups softened butter
  • 10 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 10 tablespoons heavy cream
  • Green gel food coloring
  • Star sprinkles and Christmas pearls for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a bowl, combine vegetable oil, eggs, and water. Gradually add the chocolate cake mix and blend until smooth.
  3. Fill each cupcake liner with batter using a ¼ cup measuring cup.
  4. Bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  5. Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. For the frosting, beat softened butter until fluffy, then alternate adding powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth. Mix in vanilla and green gel food coloring.
  7. Frost each cupcake using a piping bag fitted with a star tip, starting from the outside and swirling inward.
  8. Decorate with star sprinkles and Christmas pearls.

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