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Easter Basket Cupcakes

Easter Basket Cupcakes: Whimsical Treats for Spring Celebrations

Delightful Easter Basket Cupcakes are customizable treats that combine a fluffy cake base with creamy frosting, perfect for spring celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg or egg substitute for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest lemon zest can be used as alternative
  • 2.5 cups cake flour or all-purpose flour if necessary
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder ensure freshness
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt optional for low-salt diets
  • 1 cup buttermilk or milk with vinegar
Frosting
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese or mascarpone
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar store-bought can be used
Decoration
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut green food coloring is added
  • to taste licorice twists for handles
  • to taste candy eggs or gummy candies as alternatives
  • a few drops green food coloring for dyeing coconut

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake liners
  • Mixing Bowls
  • handheld mixer
  • Muffin tin
  • Piping Bag or Knife

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tins with cupcake liners.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter with 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of orange zest and mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups of cake flour, 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the creamed mixture, alternating with 1 cup of buttermilk, mixing until just incorporated.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes.
  6. Prepare the frosting by mixing ½ cup of softened butter, 8 oz of cream cheese, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add 4 cups of confectioners' sugar and beat until fluffy.
  7. Combine 2 tablespoons of water with a few drops of green food coloring and add 1 cup of sweetened shredded coconut, mixing until evenly colored.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes, sprinkle with colored coconut, and finish with licorice twists and candy eggs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow kids to join in the decoration process for added fun and creativity in your baking experience.

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