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april fools day cupcakes

April Fools Day Cupcakes: 7 Whimsical Treats to Delight


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious cupcakes perfect for April Fools’ Day celebrations.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Food coloring (various colors)
  • 1 batch of buttercream frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla to the butter mixture.
  5. Mix in the dry ingredients alternately with milk.
  6. Divide the batter into separate bowls and add food coloring.
  7. Spoon the colored batters into cupcake liners.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
  9. Let cupcakes cool completely.
  10. Frost with buttercream and decorate for April Fools’ Day.

Notes

  • Use different colors for a fun design.
  • Try adding sprinkles for extra decoration.
  • Store in an airtight container.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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