Description
These decadent chocolate cupcakes use a convenient cake mix shortcut to ensure a moist, bakery-style texture with minimal effort. Finished with vibrant blue and white buttercream swirls, they are a festive and foolproof dessert for any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 box Brownie or Chocolate Cake Mix
- 1 Large Egg
- Vegetable Oil (quantity per box instructions)
- Water (quantity per box instructions)
- White Buttercream Frosting
- Blue Food Coloring
- Patriotic Sprinkles (Red, White, and Blue)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line six cavities of a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, egg, oil, and water according to the package directions, mixing until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about halfway with batter and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool entirely, then use a sharp knife to level off any domed tops to create a flat surface for decorating.
- Divide the white buttercream into two bowls, adding blue food coloring to one, and microwave both for 10 seconds to achieve a soft, pipeable consistency.
- Using a piping bag, create rosettes by swirling the frosting from the center outward and immediately top with patriotic sprinkles.
Notes
For the best results, ensure your egg is at room temperature to help the batter emulsify smoothly. If you prefer a more intense chocolate flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of espresso powder to the dry cake mix before adding the wet ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American