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Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Christmas Tree Cupcakes
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Create festive and delicious Christmas Tree Cupcakes that will bring joy to your holiday gatherings! These charming treats are not only visually stunning with their vibrant green frosting, but they also boast a rich chocolate flavor that is sure to delight everyone. Perfect for busy weeknights or family celebrations, these cupcakes are simple to make and fun to decorate, making them an enjoyable activity for all ages. Elevate your holiday dessert table with these delightful creations that will surely become a cherished tradition in your home!

Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • ⅓ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 cups cold butter (cut into chunks)
  • 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 bowl, combine the vegetable oil, sour cream, heavy cream, eggs, chocolate cake mix, cocoa powder, and espresso powder (if using). Whisk until smooth.
  2. Line muffin tins with cupcake liners and fill each about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  4. For the frosting, beat cold butter in a mixing bowl until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream while mixing until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then add green gel food coloring until desired shade is achieved.
  5. Using a piping bag fitted with an M piping tip, frost each cooled cupcake to resemble Christmas trees. Decorate with golden star sprinkles and holiday sprinkles.

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