Description
Whimsical Pink Winter Wonderland Cupcakes are a delightful treat that captures the magic of winter celebrations. With their fluffy texture, zesty citrus flavor, and vibrant pink hue, these enchanting cupcakes are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family get-togethers. Topped with creamy lemon-infused frosting and whimsical decorations, they are sure to impress your guests and create sweet memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange
- Pink food coloring (gel)
- For the Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture; add pink food coloring to reach desired color.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full; bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting with lemon cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg