17+ Better Homes And Gardens Christmas Tree Cupcakes Recipe Cook Up Something Special!
Published on: Mar 16, 2024
If you're looking for a fun and festive treat to make this holiday season, look no further than these Better Homes and Gardens Christmas Tree Cupcakes! These adorable cupcakes are not only delicious, but they also add a touch of holiday cheer to any dessert spread. With a few simple ingredients and some creative decorating, you'll have a batch of Christmas tree cupcakes that are sure to impress your family and friends. So let's get baking!
Main Ingredients: Pizza Crust, Cream Cheese, Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
This pull-apart cupcake design is not only cute and festive, but it's also a fun and interactive way to enjoy dessert. Simply arrange the cupcakes in the shape of a Christmas tree and let your guests pull off their own individual cupcakes. You can add some green food coloring to the frosting for an extra festive touch. Tip: Use different colored sprinkles to decorate each cupcake for a colorful and eye-catching display.
For a more traditional take on the Christmas tree cupcake, try this classic recipe. The cupcakes are topped with a green buttercream frosting and decorated with sugar pearls and a star-shaped candy for the tree topper. Tip: Add a drop of peppermint extract to the frosting for a refreshing twist on this holiday treat.
If you're looking for a lighter and airy dessert, these Christmas tree meringue cookies are the perfect choice. The crispy and sweet meringue cookies are shaped into trees and decorated with a drizzle of white chocolate and sprinkles. Tip: Add some crushed candy canes to the white chocolate for a pop of color and flavor.
If you're short on time but still want to impress your guests, these easy Christmas tree cupcakes are the way to go. Simply use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the tops of the cupcakes, then ice the cupcakes with green frosting and place the star on top. Tip: Use a piping bag to create a textured look for the tree branches.
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Easy Christmas Tree Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Yellow Cake Mix, Vanilla Frosting, Green Gel Food
Give your cupcakes a sweet and salty twist with these pretzel Christmas tree cupcakes. The base of the tree is made with pretzel sticks and then topped with green frosting and sprinkles. Tip: Use a variety of colored sprinkles to create a festive and colorful tree.
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Pretzel Christmas Tree Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Pretzel Sticks, Candy Melts, Sprinkles, Vegetable Oil
If you're a fan of cream cheese frosting, then you'll love these Christmas tree frosted cupcakes. The tangy cream cheese frosting pairs perfectly with the rich chocolate cupcakes, and the addition of green food coloring creates a vibrant and festive look. Tip: Top the cupcakes with some crushed candy canes for a peppermint twist.
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Christmas Tree Frosted Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Unsalted Butter, Vanilla Extract
Don't let dietary restrictions stop you from enjoying delicious Christmas tree cupcakes. These vegan cupcakes use dairy-free ingredients and are topped with a creamy and flavorful vegan frosting. Tip: Use natural food coloring to create a green frosting without any artificial additives.
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Vegan Christmas Tree Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Ener G Egg Replacer, Xanthan Gum, Warm Water, Water
Why limit Christmas tree cupcakes to just dessert? This savory appetizer Christmas tree is made with puff pastry, cheese, and seasonings, and is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. Tip: Use different types of cheese for a variety of colors and flavors.
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Appetizer Christmas Tree
Main Ingredients: Cone, Cherry Tomatoes, Cheese, Meat, Olives, Dill
For a decadent and indulgent treat, try these chocolate pretzel Christmas tree cupcakes. The chocolate cupcakes are topped with a rich chocolate frosting and decorated with pretzel sticks and sprinkles. Tip: Use chocolate-covered pretzels for a more festive and colorful look.
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Chocolate Pretzel Christmas Tree Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: White Chocolate Melting Wafers, Pretzel Sticks, Green
If you're short on time but still want to impress your guests, these cute and simple Christmas tree cupcakes are the way to go. Simply ice the cupcakes with green frosting and use small candies or sprinkles to create the tree decorations. Tip: Use mini candy canes for a fun and festive tree topper.
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Cute & Simple Christmas Tree Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Devil S Food Cake Mix, Chocolate Pudding Mix, Vegetable
Add some festive flavor to your cupcakes with these Christmas tree chocolate cupcakes. The chocolate cupcakes are filled with a peppermint cream cheese filling and topped with a green buttercream frosting. Tip: Top the cupcakes with some crushed peppermints for a festive and tasty touch.
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Festive Christmas Tree Chocolate Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Milk, Plain Flour, Caster Sugar, Cocoa Powder
If you're feeling adventurous in the kitchen, try making these Christmas tree hi hat cupcakes. The chocolate cupcakes are topped with a chocolate shell and decorated with green frosting and sprinkles. Tip: Use a piping bag to create a textured look for the tree branches.
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Christmas Tree Hi Hat Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Chocolate Chips, Vanilla Frosting, Candy Melts
If you're a fan of brownies, then you'll love these Christmas tree brownies. The chewy and chocolatey brownies are topped with green frosting and decorated with mini M&M's and a star-shaped candy for the tree topper. Tip: Use different colored M&M's for a colorful and eye-catching display.
For a savory twist on the pull-apart cupcake design, try making this Christmas tree pull-apart pizza bread. The bread is filled with cheese and pepperoni and shaped into a Christmas tree. Tip: Use different colored vegetables, such as peppers and olives, to decorate the tree for a festive and flavorful touch.
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Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Pizza Bread
Main Ingredients: Finely Grated Parmesan Reggiano Cheese, Pizza Dough
This Christmas tree bread is not only delicious, but it also makes for a beautiful centerpiece at any holiday gathering. The bread is shaped into a Christmas tree and filled with a savory spinach and cheese filling. Tip: Use different types of cheese for a variety of colors and flavors.
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Christmas Tree Bread
Main Ingredients: Pizza Dough, Cream Cheese, Provolone Cheese, Garlic
For a decadent and creamy treat, try making these cheesecake stuffed Christmas tree cupcakes. The cupcakes are filled with a creamy cheesecake filling and topped with a green buttercream frosting. Tip: Add some red food coloring to the cheesecake filling for a fun and festive touch.
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Cheesecake Stuffed Christmas Tree Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Sugar, Heavy Whipping Cream, Large Eggs
For a unique and unexpected twist on the classic Christmas tree cupcake, try making these cupcakes with a twist. The cupcakes are topped with a green frosting and decorated with pretzel sticks and a chocolate truffle for the tree topper. Tip: Use different types of truffles for a variety of flavors and colors.
Ingredients
Cupcake Batter:
1 box of your favorite vanilla cake mix
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Green food coloring
Frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2-3 tbsp milk
Green food coloring
Decorations:
Mini chocolate chips
Star sprinkles
Candy canes, crushed
Instructions
Cupcakes:
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a cupcake pan with liners.
In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add green food coloring and mix until you achieve your desired shade of green.
Spoon the batter into the lined cupcake pan, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
Frosting:
In a separate bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
Add in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, and beat until smooth and fluffy.
Add green food coloring and mix until you achieve your desired shade of green.
Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
Assembly:
Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes in the shape of a Christmas tree.
Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on the tree for the ornaments.
Place a star sprinkle on top of the tree.
Crush some candy canes and sprinkle them on the bottom of the tree for a snowy effect.
Serve and enjoy your festive and delicious Christmas tree cupcakes!
These Better Homes and Gardens Christmas Tree Cupcakes are the perfect addition to any holiday gathering. They are easy to make, fun to decorate, and taste delicious. Plus, with the festive green color and holiday decorations, they are sure to put a smile on everyone's face. Give this recipe a try and spread some holiday cheer with these adorable Christmas tree cupcakes!
