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Fun Reindeer Cupcakes Recipe

Delightful Fun Reindeer Cupcakes Recipe for Holiday Cheer

A delightful blend of rich chocolate flavor and whimsical charm, these Fun Reindeer Cupcakes are perfect for any holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with cake flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can try brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder unsweetened for best results
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder helps cupcakes rise
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda essential for perfect rise
  • 1/2 tsp Salt balances sweetness
  • 2 large Eggs can use flax eggs for vegan
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil melted coconut oil can substitute
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract use pure for best flavor
  • 1 cup Milk non-dairy options work well
  • 1 cup Hot Water blooms cocoa for flavor
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Butter (unsalted) can use plant-based butter
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
For Decorations
  • 12 pieces Pretzels for antlers
  • 24 pieces Candy Eyes
  • 12 pieces Red Candy (e.g., M&Ms) for noses

Equipment

  • Oven
  • muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Batter scoop
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  4. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently. Add the hot water and mix until smooth.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before removing them from the tin.
  8. Beat the softened butter in a mixing bowl until creamy. Gradually mix in cocoa powder and powdered sugar.
  9. Add milk, a tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  10. Frost each cooled cupcake generously with the buttercream frosting.
  11. Decorate with pretzel antlers, candy eyes, and a red candy for the nose.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These Fun Reindeer Cupcakes are perfect for holiday cheer! Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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