Description
Delight in the festive spirit with these whimsical Grinch Cupcakes, featuring a vibrant green hue and a delicious blend of vanilla and mint flavors. Perfect for any holiday gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 package (3.4 oz) pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk (more as needed)
- 1 tsp mint extract (optional for flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with festive liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pistachio pudding mix.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about three minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with whole milk until just combined—do not overmix.
- Spoon batter into prepared cupcake liners about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until well combined.
- Add milk and mint extract; beat until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency with more milk if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For an extra festive touch, sprinkle crushed candy canes or colorful sprinkles on top of the frosted cupcakes. - Swap vanilla extract for peppermint extract for a refreshing twist!