Description
SEO Optimized Description: These Elegant Pink Buttercream Cupcakes are soft, fluffy, and adorned with smooth, pastel pink frosting, making them a perfect dessert for any special occasion, such as birthdays, bridal showers, or weddings. With easy-to-follow steps, these cupcakes are visually stunning and delicious. Customize the color and flavor to suit your theme for a personalized touch.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- Pink food coloring (as needed)
For the Pink Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- Pink food coloring (as needed)
- Edible pearls or gold flakes (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in pink food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
- Fill the cupcake liners about ¾ full and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream. Mix until smooth and fluffy. Add pink food coloring and blend well.
- Pipe the buttercream onto the cooled cupcakes in elegant swirls. Decorate with edible pearls or gold flakes.
Notes
- For smooth buttercream: Ensure butter is softened and add powdered sugar gradually.
- For a flavor twist: Add almond extract or lemon zest to the batter or frosting.
- Storage: Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze the unfrosted cupcakes for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cupcakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
