Thinking of a sweet treat to make for Valentine’s Day? Look no further than these delightful homemade Valentine’s Cupcakes with M&M’s! These little bites of happiness are perfect for surprising your loved ones or bringing a touch of joy to your home. With a light and fluffy texture, topped with colorful M&M’s, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with anyone who enjoys a bit of sweetness. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake up some love!
Valentines Cupcakes With M&M’s
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup M&M’s, plus extra for decorating
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
6. Gently fold in the M&M’s until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcakes comes out clean.
9. Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, you can get creative with decorating them! You can top them with a swirl of your favorite frosting and sprinkle some additional M&M’s on top for an extra festive touch.
Enjoy these Valentine’s Cupcakes with M&M’s with your special someone, share them with friends, or simply treat yourself to a delicious homemade delight. With their colorful appearance and irresistible flavor, these cupcakes are bound to be a hit on Valentine’s Day or any day you feel like spreading some love through the joy of baking.
