Pink Lemonade Cupcakes with Glitter Frosting
Who can resist the combination of sweet, tangy pink lemonade cupcakes topped with shimmering glitter frosting? These delicious treats are guaranteed to make your taste buds tingle and leave you craving for more!
Ingredients:
- 1 box of pink lemonade cake mix
- 1 cup of water
- 1/3 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- Edible glitter for frosting
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pink lemonade cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes with the glitter frosting and sprinkle edible glitter on top for a touch of sparkle.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 250
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 3g
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Popular questions:
- Can I use a different flavor cake mix?
- Can I substitute margarine for butter in the frosting?
- How do I store these cupcakes?
- Can I freeze these cupcakes?
- Can I use store-bought frosting instead?
Yes, you can experiment with different flavors to customize this recipe to your liking. Lemon or strawberry cake mix would also work well.
Margarine can be used as a substitute for butter, but it may affect the flavor and texture of the frosting slightly.
Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Yes, these cupcakes can be frozen without frosting for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before frosting and serving.
Yes, you can use store-bought frosting if you’re short on time or prefer a different flavor.
Helpful tips:
- For an extra lemony flavor, add a tablespoon of lemon zest to the cupcake batter.
- Experiment with different types of edible glitter for varied colors and effects.
- Try adding a drop of pink food coloring to the frosting for a deeper pink hue.
- Top the cupcakes with a slice of fresh lemon for a decorative touch.
Expert Secrets:
- To ensure moist cupcakes, avoid overbaking and remove them from the oven as soon as a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting or sliding off.
- To make the glitter frosting, use a piping bag with a star tip for a decorative finish.
- For a fun twist, add a splash of pink lemonade to the frosting for a burst of flavor.