Description

These Green Velvet Cupcakes are a fun twist on the classic dessert, featuring a moist, flavorful cake enhanced with vibrant green food coloring. They are topped with rich cream cheese frosting, making them a delightful treat for any celebration.

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 the oven to 350° F and line muffin pans with 18 liners.
Cream the sugar and unsalted butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Gradually add the eggs one at a time, beating to incorporate after each addition.
Stir in the green food coloring and vanilla extract until well mixed.
In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
Add the buttermilk to the mixture of wet ingredients and combine well.
Slowly incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.
Fill the muffin liners three-quarters full with batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 17 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

For a richer green color, add more green food coloring.
These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Top with green sanding sugar for a festive look.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 289
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 170mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 54mg