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BBQ Cupcakes with Grilled Hot Dogs

BBQ Cupcakes with Grilled Hot Dogs
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BBQ Cupcakes with Grilled Hot Dogs are a whimsical and delicious summer treat, perfect for adding a fun twist to your gatherings. These cupcakes combine rich chocolate cake with sweet frosting and playful decorations, resembling mini BBQ grills topped with candy hot dogs. Ideal for celebrations like Memorial Day, Father’s Day, or the 4th of July, these cupcakes will delight both kids and adults alike. With straightforward preparation steps and readily available ingredients, you can impress your guests with this unique dessert that embodies the spirit of summer barbecues.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup cocoa powder
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
  • Red & orange sprinkles
  • Hot Tamale candy
  • 4 egg whites
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • Black gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In one bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In another bowl, blend sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Gradually alternate adding the dry mixture and milk into the wet mixture until well combined.
  5. Fill cupcake liners three-fourths full with batter and bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
  7. For frosting, beat softened butter then alternately add cocoa powder and powdered sugar until creamy; mix in heavy cream to desired consistency.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes and decorate with red & orange sprinkles; top with Hot Tamale candy as hot dogs.

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