Butterfly Cupcake Cake
A playful and whimsical dessert perfect for spring celebrations, combining moist cupcakes and colorful frosting into a stunning centerpiece.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttercream or cream cheese frosting
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Sprinkles or edible flowers for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat in softened butter, eggs, and milk until well combined.
- Fill cupcake liners with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Cool the cupcakes completely before frosting.
- Frost each cupcake generously with your favorite frosting.
- Arrange cupcakes in a butterfly shape on a serving platter.
- Decorate with colorful frosting, sprinkles, or edible flowers as desired.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider reducing sugar or using fruit puree in the frosting.