Description
Delightful Butterfinger Cupcakes featuring a moist yellow cake base with crushed Butterfingers mixed into the batter and a rich, creamy buttercream frosting studded with more Butterfinger pieces. Perfectly sweet and crunchy, these cupcakes are a fun treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box yellow cake mix (including ingredients required on the box, typically eggs, oil, and water)
- 4 crushed Butterfingers
Buttercream Frosting
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
- 6 cups powdered sugar (may need a little more)
- ½ cup whipping cream
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 crushed Butterfingers
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Follow the instructions on the yellow cake mix box, adding the required ingredients (usually eggs, oil, and water). Once mixed, gently fold in 4 crushed Butterfingers to add a delightful crunch to your cupcakes.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Pour the prepared batter evenly into cupcake liners within a cupcake pan. Bake according to the time and temperature specified on the cake mix box. After baking, allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Make the Buttercream Frosting: In an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the room temperature butter for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth and creamy. On low speed, gradually add 6 cups of powdered sugar, ½ cup whipping cream, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Continue mixing until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Add More Butterfinger Pieces to Frosting: Fold in 3 crushed Butterfingers into the buttercream and mix on low for 1 minute to evenly distribute the candy pieces.
- Adjust Frosting Consistency: If the frosting is too thin, gradually add more powdered sugar and mix until the desired consistency is reached for easy piping or spreading.
- Frost the Cupcakes: Using a spatula or piping bag, generously frost the cooled cupcakes. Optionally, garnish with additional crushed Butterfinger pieces for extra texture and decoration.
Notes
- Ensure the cupcakes are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- You can adjust the amount of crushed Butterfingers in both the batter and frosting to suit your taste.
- For a more intense Butterfinger flavor, add extra crushed pieces on top as garnish.
- Use room temperature butter for a smoother and easier-to-mix frosting.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
