Description

Indulge in the whimsical delight of Robin’s Egg Cupcakes, where each fluffy bite bursts with sweetness and vibrant blue frosting reminiscent of a spring sky. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion, brightening up birthdays, holidays, or even a simple afternoon snack. Easy to make and beautifully customizable, they promise to bring smiles to faces young and old.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups cake flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs, at room temperature
½ cup whole milk (or almond milk)
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Blue food coloring (to desired hue)
2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
¼ cup heavy cream

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with colorful liners.
In a bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, then mix in vanilla extract.
Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool cupcakes on wire racks before frosting with a mixture of powdered sugar, heavy cream, and blue food coloring.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For a citrus twist, add lemon zest to the batter. Experiment with different frosting colors or top with edible glitter for a festive flair. Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness.