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Shamrock Shake Cupcakes

Shamrock Shake Cupcakes
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Delight in festive Shamrock Shake Cupcakes featuring mint-infused vanilla cake topped with creamy green mint frosting for a perfect St. Patrick’s Day treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • Green food coloring, a few drops
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in vanilla and peppermint extracts along with a few drops of green food coloring until evenly combined.
  6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
  7. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove from oven and let cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. To make the frosting, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
  11. Add a few drops of green food coloring and gently fold to combine.
  12. Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.

Notes

For an extra minty flavor, try adding a small piece of peppermint candy inside each cupcake before baking.

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