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Grinch Cupcakes

Grinch Cupcakes: Whimsical Treats for Holiday Cheer

Delight in the festive charm of Grinch Cupcakes, a whimsical treat that brings smiles during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Base
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Can substitute with vanilla or red velvet.
  • 3 large Eggs Provides moisture and structure.
  • 1 cup Water For hydrating the cake mix.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Adds richness and moisture.
Coloring
  • to taste Green Food Coloring Adjust for desired vibrancy.
Frosting
  • 1 cup White Frosting Can tint green for effect.
Decorations
  • 1/2 cup Red Candy Hearts or M&M's For Grinchy faces.
  • 1/4 cup Chocolate Chips or Mini Marshmallows For the Grinch's eyes.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk or Electric Mixer
  • cupcake pan
  • Cupcake liners

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with colorful cupcake liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Blend until smooth.
  3. Add green food coloring to the batter and stir until the desired color is achieved.
  4. Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each two-thirds full.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Remove from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Once cooled, mix green food coloring into the white frosting and generously frost each cupcake.
  8. Add red candy hearts or M&M's for faces and chocolate chips or mini marshmallows for adorable eyes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to ensure frosting maintains its shape. Use a piping bag for a more decorative frosting application.

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