Description
Galentine’s Cupcake Decorating Board Ideas for the Perfect Party
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend if needed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup whole milk or buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (for chocolate cupcakes, swap for flour)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for buttercream)
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for buttercream)
- Pinch of salt (for buttercream)
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (for buttercream)
- Gel food coloring: pink, red, purple
- Sprinkles: heart-shaped, nonpareils, jimmies, edible glitter
- Mini chocolate chips
- Crushed freeze-dried strawberries or raspberries
- Shredded coconut (tinted pink)
- Mini marshmallows
- Candy melts or chocolate hearts
- Fresh berries: raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries
- Edible flowers (optional)
- Nut butters or cookie butter (optional add-on)
- Small bowls of jam or lemon curd (optional add-on)
- Dairy-free or vegan cupcakes (optional add-on)
- Gluten-free flour or cupcakes (optional add-on)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes with an electric mixer).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
- For chocolate cupcakes, swap 1/2 cup flour for cocoa powder. Batter should be smooth and slightly thick.
- Spoon batter evenly into liners, filling about 2/3 full. Bake 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For buttercream: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla and salt. Add heavy cream to adjust consistency until soft but holds peaks.
- Divide buttercream into bowls and color with gel food coloring as desired.
- Arrange cooled cupcakes on a large board or tray.
- Fill small bowls with toppings and arrange around cupcakes.
- Pipe or spoon colored buttercream into piping bags or bowls for decorating.
- Set out napkins, small plates, and extra spoons for easy cleanup.
- Decorate cupcakes with buttercream and toppings as desired.
Notes
- Customize toppings based on preferences.
- Use different colors for buttercream to match the theme.
- Consider dietary restrictions for optional add-ons.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Galentine's Cupcake Decorating Board, cupcakes, party dessert, buttercream, toppings