Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with green or white cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.1.5 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 0.25 teaspoon salt
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1 cup granulated sugar
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Gradually add the dry ingredients (from step 2) to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.0.5 cup milk
- Add the green food coloring to the batter and mix gently until you achieve your desired shade of vibrant green.Green food coloring (gel or liquid, amount to desired shade of green)
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for 5-10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, about a cup at a time, mixing on low speed until incorporated.3 cups powdered sugar
- Add the milk and vanilla extract. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.0.25 cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Add the green food coloring, a few drops at a time, until you reach your desired festive green color.Green food coloring (gel or liquid, amount to desired shade of green)
- Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, pipe or spread the green frosting generously on top of each cupcake.
- Decorate with shamrock sprinkles, edible gold glitter, or green and white nonpareils for an extra touch of St. Patrick's Day magic.Shamrock sprinkles, Edible gold glitter, Green and white nonpareils
Notes
To keep your Green Cupcakes St. Patrick's Day Party treats fresh and delicious, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. If you’ve frosted them, it’s best to store them in a single layer to prevent the frosting from smudging. For longer storage, you can refrigerate them for up to a week; however, allow them to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving for optimal texture and flavor.
If you want to prepare these cupcakes even further in advance, you can freeze the unfrosted cupcakes for up to 3 months. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil, and place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then let them come to room temperature before frosting. Reheating is generally not recommended as it can dry out the cake; enjoying them at room temperature is best.
If you want to prepare these cupcakes even further in advance, you can freeze the unfrosted cupcakes for up to 3 months. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil, and place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then let them come to room temperature before frosting. Reheating is generally not recommended as it can dry out the cake; enjoying them at room temperature is best.
