Ingredients
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For Cupcake Batter:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frosting and Decorations:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fondant (assorted colors for arrows)
- Edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
- Whisk dry ingredients together (flour, baking powder, salt).
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined.
- Divide batter into portions and color (optional).
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, check doneness with a toothpick or spring test.
- Cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare frosting and pipe onto cooled cupcakes.
- Create fondant arrows and add edible glitter for extra flair.
- Place fondant arrows onto frosted cupcakes and serve!
Notes
- Customize flavors by swapping vanilla extract for almond extract.
- Add food coloring to create vibrant batter for themed events.
- Be sure to let cupcakes cool completely before decorating to avoid soggy tops.
- For a magical touch, use edible glitter and paint on the fondant arrows.
- Prep Time: 30 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Bow Arrow Cupcake, Fondant, Themed Cupcakes, Party Dessert, Creative Baking