Perfect for an Easter Dinner dessert, these darling cupcakes are full of flavor and easy to make and decorate. The recipe uses a carrot cake mix and cream cheese frosting, with simple steps to create adorable carrot designs on top. A fun and festive treat for the holiday!
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Follow the directions on the carrot cake mix box, substituting butter for vegetable oil.
Place 2 tablespoons of batter in each cupcake liner.
Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes.
Place 2 tablespoons of frosting in two separate bowls.
Mix 4-5 drops of orange food coloring into one bowl and 4-6 drops of green food coloring into the other. Mix well.
Add the colored frosting from each bowl into separate icing bags. Use a small icing tip or cut a small hole for the carrot design.
Place the remaining cream cheese frosting in the third icing bag.
Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
Form a tight spiral with the non-colored cream cheese frosting on all cupcakes.
Use the orange frosting to create a horizontal zigzag pattern resembling a carrot.
Use the green frosting to create a vertical zigzag pattern for the carrot stem.
Ensure the cupcakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
If you don’t have icing tips, cut a very small hole in the icing bag for better control.
Use gel food coloring for more vibrant colors.
Can I use homemade carrot cake batter instead of a box mix?
Yes, you can use homemade carrot cake batter. Just follow the same baking instructions for the cupcakes.
Can I use a different type of frosting?
Yes, you can use any frosting you prefer, but cream cheese frosting complements carrot cake flavors well.
What can I use if I don’t have icing bags?
You can use a plastic sandwich bag and cut a small hole in one corner as a substitute for icing bags.
How do I store the cupcakes?
Store the cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can I make these cupcakes ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the cupcakes a day ahead and decorate them closer to serving time.
Hi, I’m Jordann! I’m a home cook and content creator passionate about making comforting, flavor-packed meals feel simple and doable. From slow-cooked favorites to indulgent baked goods, I love sharing recipes that bring people together and make everyday cooking feel special. You’ll usually find me in the kitchen testing, tweaking, and filming recipes that are as fun to make as they are to eat—because good food doesn’t have to be complicated to be incredible.
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