Description
Popcorn Cupcakes are a whimsical dessert that brilliantly combines the sweetness of soft cupcakes with the crunchy goodness of popcorn. Ideal for any celebration—from birthday parties to movie nights—these delightful treats will be the star of your dessert table. Topped with fluffy frosting and popcorn, they offer a unique flavor experience that is both fun and satisfying. The best part? They are easy to make, allowing bakers of all skill levels to create a show-stopping dessert that delights both kids and adults alike. Customize them with colorful sprinkles or flavored popcorn to match any occasion and watch as they become an instant favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Popcorn (for topping)
- Frosting (whipped buttercream or cream cheese)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter until fluffy; gradually add sugar and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla until combined.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them generously with whipped frosting and topping with popcorn.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg