Spring Polka Dot Cupcakes

Spring Polka Dot Cupcakes
105 min.
24
184kcal

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Welcome to a delightful baking adventure with our Spring Polka Dot Cupcakes! These charming treats are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delicious way to celebrate the vibrant flavors of spring. With their colorful frosting and playful polka dot design, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to springtime gatherings.

Imagine biting into a light and fluffy cake infused with a hint of orange, complemented by a creamy, smooth frosting in cheerful hues of yellow, red, and blue. Each cupcake is adorned with whimsical white baking chips that resemble playful polka dots, making them irresistible to both kids and adults alike. The combination of flavors and textures will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!

What’s more, these cupcakes are easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal equipment. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, you’ll find that whipping up these delightful treats is a breeze. So gather your friends and family, roll up your sleeves, and let’s create some sweet memories together with these Spring Polka Dot Cupcakes. They’re sure to bring smiles and happiness to your table!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  • box gelatin powder orange-flavored (4-serving size)
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • serving purple gel food coloring blue red yellow
  • 0.3 cup peppermint candies white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. Make cake batter as directed on cake mix box, adding gelatin with the water. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about two-thirds full).
  4. Bake 22 to 27 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, beat powdered sugar and butter with spoon or with electric mixer on low speed until well blended. Beat in vanilla and 2 tablespoons of the milk. Gradually beat in just enough of the remaining milk to make frosting smooth and spreadable. Divide frosting among 4 small bowls. Stir 6 drops yellow food color into frosting in one bowl. Stir 4 drops red food color into frosting in second bowl. Stir 6 to 8 drops blue food color into frosting in third bowl. Stir 4 drops yellow and 2 drops red food color into frosting in fourth bowl.
  6. Frost 6 cupcakes with each color of frosting. Poke 4 or 5 white vanilla baking chips, flat side up, into frosting on each cupcake to look like polka dots. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories184kcal
Protein4.52%
Fat21.68%
Carbs73.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.58
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.9734782561174%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:184.13kcal
9.21%
Fat:4.51g
6.94%
Saturated Fat:1.94g
12.15%
Carbohydrates:34.55g
11.52%
Net Carbohydrates:34.31g
12.48%
Sugar:25.68g
28.54%
Cholesterol:0.15mg
0.05%
Sodium:184.13mg
8.01%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.16%
100%
Protein:2.12g
4.24%
Phosphorus:75.05mg
7.5%
Calcium:55.4mg
5.54%
Folate:15.46µg
3.87%
Selenium:2.43µg
3.47%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.25%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.2%
Vitamin B3:0.52mg
2.59%
Iron:0.44mg
2.46%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.32%
Vitamin A:114.8IU
2.3%
Copper:0.04mg
2.19%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.91%