Description
Indulge in the whimsical charm of Santa Legs Cupcakes, a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate flavor with playful holiday decorations. Perfect for Christmas gatherings or family moments, these easy-to-make cupcakes are sure to bring joy and laughter to your celebrations. With fluffy textures topped with buttercream snow and cute pretzel legs, they are not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Buttercream frosting (for decoration)
- Pretzel sticks (for legs)
- Gumdrops or candy canes (for boots)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Create a well in the dry ingredients; add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Once cooled, decorate with buttercream frosting, insert pretzel sticks for legs, and attach gumdrops or candy canes for boots.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg