Festive Holiday Cupcakes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cupcake Base
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1 box red velvet cake mix
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Additional ingredients as called for on cake mix package
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Red paper cupcake wrappers
→ Creamy Green Frosting
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1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, brought to room temperature
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1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
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4 cups powdered sugar, sifted through fine mesh
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2 tablespoons whole milk
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Green gel food coloring
→ Festive Garnish
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Red heart-shaped sprinkles
# Instructions:
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Follow your cake mix package directions to prepare red velvet cupcakes, using the festive red liners. Once baked, allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before decorating.
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Using an electric mixer, whip the shortening and softened butter together in a spacious mixing bowl until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
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Gradually incorporate the sifted powdered sugar into your butter mixture, adding one cup at a time while mixing on low speed to prevent a sugar cloud in your kitchen.
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Blend in the vanilla extract and milk until smooth, then slowly add drops of green gel coloring while mixing until you achieve that perfect Grinch-green shade.
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Transfer your vibrant green frosting to a piping bag fitted with a 1M star tip, then create beautiful swirled peaks on each cooled cupcake using gentle circular motions.
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Crown each frosted cupcake with a single red heart sprinkle while the frosting is still soft, then your festive treats are ready to bring joy to any holiday gathering.
# Notes:
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Keep any leftover cupcakes fresh by storing them in a sealed container at room temperature for up to one week.
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Press the heart sprinkles onto the frosting immediately after piping - they won't stick properly once the frosting sets.