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Festive overhead shot of a dozen Christmas cupcakes on a wooden tray, topped with white buttercream swirls, red and green sprinkles, and cute Santa hat and Christmas tree decorations.

Festive & Easy Christmas Cupcake Recipes

Create vibrant and easy Christmas cupcakes with this simple recipe using white cake mix and lime soda, perfect for a festive treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 32 oz white cake mix 1 packet, regular size
  • 1 and ½ cups Lime Soda any lime/lemon - I used Mountain Dew
  • Food Coloring red and green

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Large bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350F/180C. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners and lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the cake mix and soda for about 90 seconds. Divide the batter into three portions, coloring one red, one green, and leaving one white.
  3. Fill each muffin cup two-thirds full with a tablespoon of each colored batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Cool the cupcakes in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove them and let cool completely before frosting.

Notes

For extra festive flair, decorate cooled cupcakes with your favorite Christmas-themed frosting and sprinkles.