If you’re looking for a unique St. Patrick’s Day dessert, green velvet cupcakes can be your choice. They’re perfect for festive occasions and seasonal celebrations.
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Green Velvet Cupcake recipe
Green Velvet cupcakes are a green variation of red velvet cupcakes. They are a perfect dessert for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
Their taste is similar to red velvet cupcakes, with a mild chocolate flavor. The subtle cocoa flavor blends perfectly with the creamy frosting. Their soft crumb and tangy cream cheese frosting never disappoint me.
Here’s how to make the green velvet cupcakes:
Green velvet cupcakes
Moist emerald-colored cupcakes with cream cheese frosting. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or festive occasions.
Ingredients
For the cupcakes
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tbsp green food coloring
For the cream cheese frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Slowly mix in buttermilk and vinegar.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the green food coloring.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until fluffy.
- Pipe or spread frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Decorate with sprinkles or edible gold dust for a festive touch!
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 190mgSugar: 28g
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Pairing suggestions
Green velvet cupcakes go well with a variety of drinks. Here are some options:
- Hot Beverages
- Chai Latte‘s warm spices add an interesting depth to the pairing.
- A strong black coffee or a creamy latte complements the cupcake’s sweetness.
- The bold, bitter notes of espresso balance the rich, velvety texture.
- Green Tea’s earthy flavor contrasts nicely with the cupcake’s sweetness.
- Alcoholic Pairings
- Bailey Irish Cream pairs perfectly with velvet cupcakes.
- Prosecco or Champagne cleanses the palate between bites.
- Sweet Dessert Wine, like Moscato or Riesling, adds fruity notes to the cupcake’s taste.
- Cold Beverages
- Iced Coffee cut through the frosting.
- Iced Matcha Latte complements the cupcake’s cocoa hints.
- Milk enhances the moist texture and rich flavors.
- Lemonade contrasts well with the creamy frosting.
- Coconut Milk Iced Latte adds a tropical twist to the pairing.
Variations
Here are some notable variations for these Green Velvet Cupcakes:
- Mint Chocolate Green Velvet combines peppermint with chocolate chips. It is topped with mint cream cheese frosting and crushed Andes mints.
- Matcha Green Velvet uses premium matcha for natural coloring and earthiness. It offers a sophisticated tea flavor profile.
- Pistachio Green Velvet features ground pistachios in the batter and as garnish. It creates a complex texture with nutty depth.
- Citrus Green Velvet is brightened with lime zest and juice. It offers a fresh, tangy contrast to cream cheese frosting.
- Holiday Green Velvet is decorated with candy canes and holiday sprinkles. It is perfect for Christmas celebrations.