Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Effortless Reindeer Cupcakes Juicy! Each bite offers a moist chocolate cake topped with creamy frosting, adorned with playful decorations that mimic adorable reindeer. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family moments, these cupcakes are not just desserts; they’re delightful memories waiting to be made.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (whole recommended)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 12 mini chocolate chips (for eyes)
- 6 pretzel twists (for antlers)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add to dry ingredients, stirring gently until combined.
- Spoon the batter into lined cups two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the frosting, beat room temperature butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar until desired sweetness is reached.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and decorate with mini chocolate chips for eyes and pretzel twists for antlers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg