Description
Minty Shamrock Shake Cupcakes are a delightful springtime treat that combines the refreshing flavors of mint and vanilla with a whimsical green frosting. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any festive occasion, these cupcakes will enchant your taste buds with their fluffy texture and vibrant appearance. Each bite is a creamy explosion of minty goodness that’s hard to resist!
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp pure mint extract
- Green food coloring (a few drops)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the buttermilk and mint extract.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cupcakes cool, prepare the frosting by mixing powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth. Add green food coloring as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (65g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg