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valentines day cupcakes

valentines day cupcakes: 7 Sweet Tricks to Delight Hearts

Delicious and festive cupcakes perfect for Valentine’s Day.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

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 milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Red food coloring
  • 1 cup frosting (store-bought or homemade)
  • Sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  3. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  5. Stir in milk and vanilla extract.
  6. In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  8. Add red food coloring to achieve desired color.
  9. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter.
  10. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  11. Let cool before frosting.
  12. Decorate with frosting and sprinkles.

Notes

  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container.
  • Use different colors of food coloring for variety.
  • Try adding chocolate chips for extra flavor.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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