Description

These Green Velvet Cupcakes are a festive and tasty treat, featuring a moist sponge infused with buttermilk and cream cheese frosting. Ideal for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, they are simple to make and perfect for any occasion requiring a touch of whimsy and flavor.

Ingredients

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1 ¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup butter – unsalted
3 eggs
3 drops green food coloring – or more
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 ¼ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup buttermilk*
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces cream cheese – softened
½ cup unsalted butter – softened
4 cups confectioner's sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
green sanding sugar or shamrock sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350° F and line muffin pans with 18 liners.
In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the green food coloring and vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
Incorporate the buttermilk into the wet ingredients mixture.
Gradually mix in the dry flour mixture until well blended.
Pour the batter into the prepared liners, filling them about ¾ full.
Bake for approximately 17 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.

Notes

Ensure the butter is softened for easier mixing.
You can adjust the amount of green food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
For a decorative touch, sprinkle green sanding sugar or shamrock sprinkles on top of the frosted cupcakes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 320
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 70mg