Easy Cookie Monster Cupcakes
Easy Cookie Monster Cupcakes are a whimsical and delightful treat that will charm both kids and adults alike. These fluffy vanilla cupcakes are topped with vibrant blue frosting and crunchy chocolate chip cookies, making them the perfect addition to birthday parties or any festive occasion. With their playful design and delicious flavor, these cupcakes are sure to bring smiles all around. Gather your ingredients and get ready for a fun baking adventure that will brighten your day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup blue frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup mini chocolate chip cookies (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before generously frosting them with blue icing and adding mini chocolate chip cookies on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg