Description
Delicious and visually appealing Love Heart Cupcakes perfect for any romantic occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- Red food coloring
- Buttercream frosting
- Heart-shaped sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Add red food coloring until the desired color is achieved.
- Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- Decorate with buttercream frosting and heart-shaped sprinkles.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use vanilla bean paste instead of extract.
- Ensure the cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Love Heart Cupcakes, Valentine's Day, Romantic Desserts, Cupcake Recipe