Christmas and baking go hand-in-hand. However, sometimes it is nice to take a step back from the more involved baking recipes and going with a crowd pleaser!
These Easy Christmas Cupcakes take the awesome of a cupcake and pair it with holiday cheer. Plus, the delicious candy on top means a little extra burst of that peppermint goodness!
Easy Christmas Cupcakes
You Will Need:
Chocolate Cupcakes – You can go with your favourite homemade chocolate cupcake recipe or use a boxed cake mix to save time.
Decorating frosting – I went with my homemade buttercream frosting as it is the perfect addition to any cupcake!
Christmas Sprinkles
Junior Mints Peppermint Crunch Candy
After your cupcakes have baked and are cooled completely, frost with icing. I went with a minimal amount of frosting on the top to allow the sprinkles to sit comfortably on top of the cupcake.
Sprinkle cupcake thoroughly with sprinkles. If you place the cupcake in a bowl prior to shaking on the sprinkles, you can collect the additional sprinkles in the bottom of the bowl and not waste any!
Finally, top your cupcake with a Junior Mint Peppermint Crunch Candy. These are perfect for that additional special holiday touch!
Laurie P says
mmm buttercream frosting! Incredible.
kathy downey says
They look yummy and festive
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
Oh these look really scrumptious, I’d love to eat one right now 🙂
Lynda Cook says
I love cupcakes, they are so good, mini cakes for one!!
Denise DiFalco says
Can’t wait to try~
michelle elizondo says
They look amazing!
Susan T. says
These are very festive looking and I think everyone would be happy to get the chocolate peppermint on top too!
Holly says
Homemade Buttercream frosting has me sold already! So festive looking too! They sound delicious!
Meg says
I tend to stay away from any baking that’s too fancy or involved or requires too many ingredients. I can’t justify spending $20 on ingredients per dish if they’d like simple and easy treats just as well!
Nicole Aben says
These are so pretty and look so easy!
heidi c. says
These will be the perfect treat for my girls’ school Christmas party!
jan says
I haven’t made cupcakes in a very long time! Just may have to now.
Marti Tabora says
I love the idea of making these because they aren’t too complicated and still look really festive.
Cheryl Grandy says
I love chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting! These really fit in with a Christmas theme.
salexis says
I think cupcakes are such a hit, they always make people smile when you bring them out! This recipe looks perfect! 🙂
Birdiebee says
My family loves cupcakes and these would be a wonderful addition to the holiday treat tray.
Tara Gauthier says
These look amazing and quick and easy, great combo!
dawn rader says
these look easy and delicious!
Julie says
I think these would be nice for a birthday party too! Just might have to try it out!
Melinda Jana says
looks awesome and yummy as usual
AD says
The boys used to go crazy with anything that had sprinkles… Love the cupcakes. Thank you for the ideas.
kathy downey says
we just change up the sprinkles and they are great for any day !