Delightfully festive Grinch Cupcakes that are perfect for any holiday gathering, topped with green frosting and decorated with M&Ms.

Scale

1 cup (190g) granulated sugar

¼ cup (59ml) vegetable oil

2 large eggs

at room temperature

2 teaspoons (10m) pure vanilla extract

¼ teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)

¼ cup (60g) full fat sour-cream

at room temperature

1 ¼ cups (175g) all-purpose flour

1 ½ teaspoons (6g) baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

2/3 cup (158ml) milk (any type)

at room temperature

Electric Green gel

2 cups (454g) unsalted butter

cold

8 cups (1041g) powdered sugar

1 tablespoon (15ml) pure vanilla extract

¼ teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)

Pinch of salt

Assorted Gel Colors

M&Ms

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
In a large bowl, mix together granulated sugar and vegetable oil until combined.
Add eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract (if using), mixing until smooth.
Stir in the sour cream until well combined.
In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined.
Add electric green gel food coloring to achieve desired green color.
Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
For the frosting, beat the cold unsalted butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
Add vanilla extract, peppermint extract (if using), and a pinch of salt, then mix until combined.
Use green gel color to tint the frosting and decorate the cooled cupcakes as desired.
Top with M&Ms for a festive touch.

Feel free to customize decorations based on your holiday theme. Adjust coloring as needed for vibrant cupcakes.

Keywords: Grinch Cupcakes, holiday desserts, festive recipes, cupcake recipe, Christmas treats