Description
Adorable vanilla cupcakes topped with rich chocolate frosting piped into a bird’s nest shape, finished with chocolate sprinkles and speckled candy eggs. A festive and fun dessert, perfect for Easter or spring celebrations!
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Decoration:
- 1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles
- 36 mini speckled candy eggs (3 per cupcake)
Instructions
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Make the Cupcakes
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Prepare the Batter
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined.
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Bake
- Divide the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
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Make the Frosting
- Beat butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing well.
- Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract.
- Beat until frosting is creamy and fluffy.
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Decorate
- Using a grass piping tip, pipe frosting in circular motions to create a nest shape on each cupcake.
- Sprinkle with chocolate sprinkles to add texture.
- Place three mini speckled candy eggs in the center of each nest.
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Serve & Enjoy!
- These cupcakes are a delightful treat for spring gatherings, Easter brunch, or fun baking with kids!
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day or in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Swap vanilla cupcakes for chocolate cupcakes if desired.
- Extra Decoration: Add shredded coconut dyed green for a grassy nest effect.
