Polar Bear Christmas Cupcake
Delightful cupcakes adorned with icy white frosting and cute bear decorations that capture the festive spirit of Christmas.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
For the Frosting
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-4 tbsp heavy cream or milk Adjust for desired consistency
- to taste white chocolate chips for eyes
- to taste mini chocolate chips for decorating
For Decoration
- to taste shredded coconut optional for a snowy effect
- to taste mini marshmallows for ears
Instructions
Preparing the Cupcake Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combining Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
Baking the Cupcakes
- Scoop the batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Making the Frosting
- Beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix well.
- Add the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk. Beat until fluffy and smooth, adding more cream if needed.
Frosting the Cupcakes
- Once cooled, use a piping bag to frost each cupcake, aiming for a peak in the center.
Decorating
- Press two mini marshmallows into the frosting for polar bear ears, use white chocolate chips for the eyes, and a mini chocolate chip for the nose.
- Sprinkle with shredded coconut for a snowy effect if desired.
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Notes
For room temperature ingredients, ensure butter, eggs, and buttermilk are at room temperature for better mixing. Customize flavors and decorations to your preference.