Cute St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes!
St. Patrick’s Day Cupcake Decorating Idea
An easy and whimsical way to celebrate this fun holiday! Bringing Luck to Your St. Patrick's Day with Lucky Charms Cupcakes! Not only are these cupcakes incredibly easy to make, but they also boast a fun decoration using Lucky Charms cereal which I don’t know about you - but TOTALLY takes me back to my childhood like only breakfast cereal can. So follow me and let’s celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a little whimsy and clearly a bit of sugar. LOL.
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Wondering how to easily decorate St. Patricks Day cupcakes?
As St. Patrick's Day approaches, it's time to bring a little luck of the Irish into your kitchen! What better way to celebrate this festive occasion than by baking delicious St. Patrick's Day cupcakes adorned with buttercream frosting and topped with colorful Lucky Charms cereal? These treats are not only easy to make but also a fun activity for the whole family to enjoy - if you have children it’s super easy to have them help dip the cupcakes into a little bowl of Lucky Charms as you tell them yet again how warmly you remember eating this cereal growing up and which is your FAVORITE marshmallow (the rainbow, duh!). Thus making these little cuties is fun AND nostalgic - what a win!
The Cupcake Base
To begin your St. Patrick's Day cupcake adventure, start with a simple chocolate cupcake recipe. You can also opt for a vanilla or even a green-colored cupcake batter for an extra festive touch! Once your cupcakes are baked and cooled, it's time to move on to the main attraction – the buttercream frosting.
Buttercream Frosting
Buttercream frosting is the perfect canvas for decorating St. Patrick's Day cupcakes. To make a basic buttercream frosting, you'll need softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a touch of milk. Beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add in the powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
Cute St. Patick’s Day Cupcakes - Decorating idea
Now for the pièce de résistance – the Lucky Charms cereal! These colorful, marshmallow-filled cereal pieces add a whimsical touch to your St. Patrick's Day cupcakes. Simply sprinkle a handful of Lucky Charms on top of each cupcake, gently pressing them into the frosting to secure them in place. The vibrant colors and playful shapes of the marshmallows will instantly transform your cupcakes into a festive masterpiece. As mentioned I like to turn the frosted cupcakes upside down and gently press into a little bowl of cereal - like an animal I suppose because you could painstakingly place each cereal it into place but honestly who has time for that? Get that cereal on and get it into your face is my approach. That said, if you have any little gaps or feel like one of your cupcakes has been cheated by not having the proper plain cereal to marshmallow ration then get in there a manually fix that error! These are your cupcakes and you can do whatever you want! You’re already breaking rules by consuming cereal after 9am.
The Charm of Cupcakes
There's something undeniably charming about cupcakes – their individual portions, their adorable size, and their endless potential for creativity. Whether you're baking for a St. Patrick's Day party or simply indulging your sweet tooth, cupcakes are always a hit. Plus, they're perfect for sharing with friends and loved ones, spreading joy and cheer with each delicious bite.
As you admire your handiwork – the fluffy frosting, the whimsical Lucky Charms, and the irresistible aroma of freshly baked cupcakes – you can't help but smile. These St. Patrick's Day cupcakes are more than just desserts – they're edible works of art, crafted with love and sprinkled with a dash of luck.
So, this St. Patrick's Day, why not channel your inner baker and whip up a batch of these delightful Lucky Charms cupcakes? Whether you're celebrating with friends, family, or simply treating yourself, these charming treats are sure to make your day a little brighter and a lot more delicious. Happy baking and may the luck of the Irish be with you!
Without further ado, here is the recipe:
Lucky Charms Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
- preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
- take butter and eggs out of refrigerator to ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature
- prepare your cupcake tin or liners
- sift together the dry ingredients into a bowl (flour, baking powder, cocoa powder and salt). SIFT!!
- in a separate bowl combine the butter and sugar until creamy
- add in eggs one at a time and mix until combined
- add milk and sour cream and mix again until smooth
- slowly add in dry ingredients little by little and mix until just incorporated. at this stage do not over mix
- divide the mix amongst your cupcake liners evenly.
- place butter in mixer and beat until smooth
- add in 1 cup of your icing sugar and mix until smooth
- add vanilla and 1 more cup of icing sugar and continue to mix
- alternate mixing in cream and the remaining sugar until the frosting is light, fluffy and creamy
- keep alternating and adjusting your cream and sugar until it reaches the right consistency even if you need to add additional sugar or cream
- once finished, spoon frosting into a piping bag
- pipe a mound of frosting onto the cooled cupcakes
- dip the cupcake upside down into a small bowl of dry Lucy Charms cereal
Cute St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes!
As you admire your handiwork – the fluffy frosting, the whimsical Lucky Charms, and the irresistible aroma of freshly baked cupcakes – you can't help but smile. These St. Patrick's Day cupcakes are more than just desserts – they're edible works of art, crafted with love and sprinkled with a dash of luck.
