Shamrock Shake Cupcakes Mint (Printable version)

Fluffy cupcakes infused with peppermint and topped with creamy mint frosting, ideal for St. Patrick's Day treats.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cupcakes

01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tsp baking powder
03 - 1/4 tsp salt
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
07 - 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 tsp pure peppermint extract
09 - 1/2 cup whole milk
10 - Green food coloring (optional)

→ Mint Frosting

11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
12 - 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
13 - 2 tbsp whole milk
14 - 1/2 tsp pure peppermint extract
15 - 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
16 - Pinch of salt
17 - Green food coloring (optional)

→ Decoration

18 - Whipped cream (optional)
19 - Green sprinkles or sanding sugar (optional)
20 - Maraschino cherries (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
05 - Add half of the flour mixture; mix just until combined. Pour in the milk and mix. Add remaining flour mixture and mix until just combined.
06 - If desired, add green food coloring until you reach your preferred shade.
07 - Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
08 - Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until light and fluffy. Add green food coloring if desired.
10 - Once cupcakes are completely cool, frost generously. Decorate with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a maraschino cherry if desired.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The mint flavor is refreshing without being overpowering, just like the shake that inspired them
  • The frosting whips up incredibly fluffy and holds beautiful peaks for days
02 -
  • Room temperature ingredients are non negotiable here, cold butter creates lumpy batter and dense cupcakes
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting or the butter in your frosting will melt and slide right off
03 -
  • Use a cookie scoop to portion the batter, it ensures evenly sized cupcakes that bake at the same rate
  • If your frosting feels too stiff, add milk one teaspoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency

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