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Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Christmas Tree Cupcakes
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Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Christmas Tree Cupcakes! Perfect for holiday gatherings or family baking days, these charming treats combine rich chocolate cake with a fluffy green frosting that resembles a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. Easy to make and fun for all ages, you can unleash your creativity by decorating them with colorful sprinkles and toppings. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply spreading cheer at home, these cupcakes are sure to impress everyone at the table!

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 cups butter (cold)
  • 10 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • Green gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions. In a large bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, sour cream, heavy cream, and eggs until smooth. Gradually add chocolate cake mix and cocoa powder, mixing until combined.
  2. Line a cupcake tin with paper liners and fill each about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling completely before frosting.
  3. For the frosting, beat cold butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Add green gel food coloring to achieve the desired color.
  4. Frost cooled cupcakes using a piping bag fitted with a star tip to create tree shapes. Decorate with golden star sprinkles and colorful holiday sprinkles.

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