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Whimsical Beach Escape Cupcakes

Playful beach-themed cupcakes with fluffy vanilla cake, ocean-inspired frosting, and sandy graham cracker topping.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs large
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cup milk
Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk.
  6. Bake 18–20 minutes and cool.
  7. Prepare frosting and color blue.
  8. Decorate cupcakes with frosting, sand, and candies.

Notes

Use gel food coloring for vibrant ocean tones.