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Glow-in-the-Dark Cupcakes


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  • Author: amina amina
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Description

Make your party shine with these Glow in the Dark Cupcakes that light up under blacklight. They are fun, colorful, and guaranteed to wow every guest.


Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • ½ cup whole milk

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)

  • 3½ cups powdered sugar

  • 2–3 tablespoons tonic water

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Neon gel food coloring


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together.

  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.

  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing gently.

  • Fill liners two-thirds full and bake for 18–20 minutes. Cool completely.

  • Beat butter for frosting, add powdered sugar, tonic water, and vanilla until fluffy.

  • Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes and place under blacklight to see them glow.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: baking
  • Cuisine: American