Description

These green velvet cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also offer a deliciously unique flavor. With easy preparation and ingredients like buttermilk and a luscious cream cheese frosting, they make a great treat for celebrations.

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 prepare 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, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder until well combined.
Mix the buttermilk into the wet ingredients until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Fill the prepared liners three-quarters full with the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 17 minutes, using a toothpick to check for doneness.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of green food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
These cupcakes can be topped with green sanding sugar or shamrock sprinkles for a festive look.
Ensure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier mixing.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 265
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 55mg