Snow Cone Cupcakes
Snow Cone Cupcakes are a delightful, whimsical treat that transports you to sunny summer days. With fluffy vanilla cupcakes topped with vibrant, colorful frosting reminiscent of classic snow cone flavors, these sweet delights are perfect for birthdays, picnics, or simply brightening your day. Easy to make and customize, they promise an explosion of fruity fun in every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Flavoring extracts (strawberry, blue raspberry, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill muffin tins about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 296
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 113mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 34mg