How do I create watermelon cupcakes?

Stay refreshed with our refreshing Watermelon Cupcakes! These fruity delights are the perfect summer dessert.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I create Watermelon Cupcakes. Items include: Watermelon Extract Pink Food Coloring Fresh Watermelon All-Purpose Flour Baking Powder Salt Unsalted Butter Granulated Sugar Large Eggs Buttermilk Diced Watermelon Powdered Sugar Milk

Watermelon Extract 1/4 teaspoon
Pink Food Coloring a few drops (optional)
Fresh Watermelon small wedges for garnish
All-Purpose Flour 1 and 3/4 cups
Baking Powder 1 teaspoon
Salt a pinch
Unsalted Butter 1/2 cup
Granulated Sugar 3/4 cup
Large Eggs 2
Buttermilk 1/2 cup
Diced Watermelon 1/2 cup
Powdered Sugar 2 cups
Milk 1 tablespoon

Take note
Be careful when handling the knife and be sure to let the cupcakes cool before frosting.

1

Prepare the Cupcake Batter

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 and 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In a separate bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar. Beat in 2 large eggs and mix well. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 1/2 cup of buttermilk. Once the batter is smooth, gently fold in 1/2 cup of diced watermelon.

2

Bake the Cupcakes

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners and fill each one about two-thirds full with the batter. Pop the tin in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.

3

Make the Watermelon Frosting

In a mixing bowl, beat 1/2 cup of unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of milk, and 1/4 teaspoon of watermelon extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy. If desired, add a few drops of pink food coloring for a vibrant watermelon color.

4

Frost and Decorate

Using a piping bag or a spatula, frost each cupcake with a generous amount of watermelon frosting. Top each cupcake with a small wedge of fresh watermelon to resemble a juicy slice. Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing flavors!