Grape Crush Cupcakes are a fun and flavorful treat that combines the sweetness of grape soda with a soft, fluffy cupcake. If you’re a fan of fruity and fizzy flavors, this dessert is a must-try! Here’s how you can make them:
Ingredients:
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 box white cake mix (or yellow cake mix)
- 1 cup Grape Crush soda (or any grape soda of your choice)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2-3 cups powdered sugar (adjust based on your desired consistency)
- 1/4 cup Grape Crush soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Purple food coloring (optional, for a fun grape-colored frosting)
For Garnish (optional):
- Grape candy or gummies
- Sprinkles
Instructions:
1. Make the Cupcakes:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, Grape Crush soda, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined (be sure not to overmix).
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake according to the instructions on the cake mix box, typically around 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Once baked, let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
2. Make the Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating until smooth and fluffy after each addition.
- Add 1/4 cup of Grape Crush soda and vanilla extract, and beat until the frosting reaches a creamy, spreadable consistency. If you want a deeper purple color, add a drop or two of purple food coloring and mix until fully incorporated.
- If the frosting is too thick, add a little more soda; if it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar to reach the desired consistency.
3. Frost the Cupcakes:
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the grape soda frosting. You can use a spatula to spread it or a piping bag for a more decorative look.
4. Garnish and Serve:
- For a fun finishing touch, top the cupcakes with grape candy or gummies, and sprinkle some colorful sprinkles on top for extra flair.
- Serve and enjoy the sweet, fizzy, and fruity goodness!
Tips:
- Make it a cake: If you prefer, you can use the same batter to bake a full cake instead of cupcakes. Just adjust the baking time according to the size of the cake pan.
- Flavor variations: If you’re not a fan of grape soda, you can substitute it with any soda flavor you like (like orange soda for an “Orange Crush” cake!).
These Grape Crush Cupcakes are perfect for a fun birthday party or a unique treat for a special occasion!