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Love Bug Cupcakes

Love Bug Cupcakes

Love Bug Cupcakes are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion, featuring chocolate chips and fluffy frosting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 box cupcake mix a convenient base, perfect for saving time in the kitchen
  • 2 large eggs help bind the ingredients and create a tender texture
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter adds richness and ensures a moist cupcake
  • 1 cup whole milk keeps the batter creamy and enhances flavor
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring gives the cupcakes their signature vibrant look
  • 1 cup chocolate chips add a deliciously gooey surprise in every bite
For the Frosting
  • 1 container vanilla frosting provides a sweet, fluffy topping that complements the chocolate
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup heart sprinkles add a fun, festive touch that makes each cupcake special

Equipment

  • cupcake tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

How to Make Love Bug Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
  2. Combine the cupcake mix, eggs, softened butter, milk, and red food coloring in a large bowl and mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips gently until they are distributed evenly throughout the batter.
  4. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with the prepared batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  5. Cool the cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Frost each cooled cupcake generously with vanilla frosting and sprinkle heart sprinkles on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra sparkle, consider adding a dash of edible glitter. Use gel food coloring for the best vibrant red color.

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