Christmas Cupcakes That Might Be Too Adorable

Christmas Cupcakes That Might Be Too Adorable To Eat! Just might be!! Hello friends, so how are you today? Not everyone is a fan of fruit cake or mince pies. So today I am sharing some Christmas cake, alternatives. These light coconut cakes speckled with jewel-like ruby raspberries make a great treat.

They also can even be made in advance and frozen ready iced but without the raspberry and holly decoration. Simply defrost at room temp for 2-3 hours before finishing. Great for all ages, too.

Christmas Cupcakes That Might Be Too Adorable To Eat!

Christmas Cupcakes That Might Be Too Adorable To Eat! Indulge in the festive spirit with Christmas cupcakes that are not just delicious but too adorable to resist. These tiny, edible works of art are adorned with festive decorations that capture the magic of the season.

The cupcakes themselves are a symphony of holiday flavours, from vanilla extract to fresh raspberries. Each bite is a journey into a winter wonderland of sweetness. As you gaze upon these miniature masterpieces, you might find it challenging to devour something so cute and charming.

However, the temptation is irresistible, and with every delightful bite, you’ll experience a burst of holiday joy that warms both your heart and your taste buds. These Christmas cupcakes not only celebrate the season but also enchants the festive spirit in every tasty bite.

Christmas Cupcakes That Might Be Too Adorable To Eat!

Makes 12

Prep: 35 minutes
Cook: 15-18 minutes

Christmas Cupcakes:

You Will Need:

Cupcakes:

• 175g/6oz butter at room temperature or soft margarine
• 175g/6oz caster sugar
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 175g/6oz self-raising flour
• 11/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 40g/11/2oz unsweetened desiccated coconut
• 150g pack fresh raspberries

To Decorate:

• 150g/5oz butter at room temperature
• 300g/101/2oz icing sugar, sifted, plus a little extra
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1-2 tbsp milk, if needed
• 40g/11/2 oz unsweetened desiccated coconut
• 150g pack fresh raspberries
• 100g/4oz green ready to roll icing

Christmas Cupcakes Method:

How To Make:

1. Firstly, preheat the oven to 180oC/350oF/Gas mark 4. Line a 12 hole muffin tray with 12 deep red paper cake cases.
2. To make the cupcakes, add the butter or soft margarine and sugar to a large mixing bowl or food processor and beat until smooth. Gradually beat in spoonfuls of the egg and flour alternately, until it has all been added and continue to mix until light and smooth. Mix in the vanilla and coconut then fold in the raspberries.
3. Divide the mixture between the cake cases and spread the top level. Bake for 15-18 minutes until well risen, golden brown and the tops spring back when lightly pressed with a fingertip.
4. Lift the cakes out of the tin and leave to cool on a wire rack.
5. To make the frosting, add the butter to a bowl or food processor and gradually beat in the icing sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla and add a little milk, if needed, to make a soft frosting.
6. Pipe or spread the frosting over the cakes. Top each cake with a sprinkling of coconut and 3 raspberries. Roll the green icing out on a surface dusted with a little-sifted icing sugar then stamp out small holly leaves with a cutter. Lift off the paper with a small knife and press 2 leaves into the frosting on each cake.

Cook’s Tip:

• Not a fan of nuts then leave the coconut out of the cupcakes and sprinkle grated white chocolate or bought sugar mini snowflake sprinkles over the top instead.
• For Valentine’s day, add heart shapes stamped from red or pink ready to roll icing instead of the holly leaves.

Christmas Cupcakes That Might Be Too Adorable To Eat!

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