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Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Christmas Tree Cupcakes
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Christmas Tree Cupcakes are the ultimate festive treat, perfect for adding a touch of sparkle to your holiday celebrations. These delightful chocolate cupcakes are beautifully frosted to resemble Christmas trees, making them a fun and eye-catching dessert that will impress both kids and adults alike. With vibrant green frosting and charming decorations, they are not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes. Ideal for parties, family gatherings, or as sweet gifts, these cupcakes bring joy and cheer to any occasion. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite sprinkles, they are sure to become a holiday tradition!

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
  • 1 tsp espresso powder (optional)
  • 2 cups butter (cold and cut into chunks)
  • 10 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbs vanilla
  • ½ cup plus 2 tbs heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt
  • Green Gel Food Coloring
  • Golden Star Sprinkles
  • Holiday Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine vegetable oil, sour cream, heavy cream, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Gradually add chocolate cake mix, cocoa powder, and optional espresso powder. Mix until smooth.
  4. Line a cupcake tray with paper liners and fill each liner two-thirds full with batter. Bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating cold butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in vanilla, salt, heavy cream, and green food coloring until fluffy.
  6. Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes to resemble Christmas trees and decorate as desired.

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