M&M Cupcakes
M&M Cupcakes are a delightful dessert that combines soft, fluffy cake with the colorful crunch of M&M candies in every bite. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat on any day, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees smiles from kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party or craving something sweet, these cupcakes will add joy to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup M&M's candies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with milk until just mixed.
- Fold in half of the M&Ms and fill the liners with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg