Description
Bird’s Nest Cupcakes are a whimsical delight that captures the essence of springtime sweetness. These moist chocolate cupcakes are topped with creamy buttercream frosting and decorated to resemble charming nests, complete with colorful chocolate eggs. Perfect for Easter gatherings or any festive occasion, these treats evoke nostalgia and joy with every bite, making them an instant favorite among both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup buttercream frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Chocolate shavings or shredded coconut (for nest decoration)
- Mini chocolate eggs (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until combined.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, mixing gently until just incorporated.
- Divide the batter into lined cupcake tins, filling them two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- Pipe buttercream frosting onto each cupcake and decorate with chocolate shavings or shredded coconut to create nests, finishing off with mini chocolate eggs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg