Indulge in the festive delight of Pot of Gold Cupcakes! These golden treats are sure to dazzle with their rainbow and treasure.
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Get ready to sprinkle some magic into your St. Patrick's Day celebration with our delightful Pot of Gold Cupcakes! These sweet treats are not only delicious but also bursting with festive charm. Imagine sinking your teeth into a moist chocolate cupcake topped with creamy frosting and adorned with edible gold coins – it's like finding a treasure at the end of a rainbow!
Whether you're planning a party or just looking for a fun baking project throughout March, these Pot of Gold Cupcakes are sure to bring smiles all around. With their golden decorations and rich chocolatey flavor, they're the perfect way to add a touch of whimsy to your holiday festivities.
Gather your ingredients and get ready to create some edible magic that will leave everyone feeling lucky and satisfied!
Rainbow Pot of Gold Cupcakes
An easy cupcake recipe is a time-saver and a great option for busy bakers and sweet enthusiasts! This super fun recipe will make your taste buds dance with joy. Get ready to whip up some delicious Rainbow Pot of Gold Cupcakes that are perfect for celebrating St. Paddy’s Day in style! These easy recipes are a breeze to make, and you'll feel like a baking pro as you create these adorable little pots of gold at the end of a rainbow.
With just a handful of simple ingredients and a dash of creativity, you'll be well on your way to crafting these delightful treats that are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these cupcakes are the perfect way to add a splash of color and fun to your baking adventures. So roll up your sleeves, put on your favorite apron, and let's get baking!
Be sure to check out our Rainbow Snacks and St. Patrick's Day Snacks!
St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes
This st. Patrick’s Day cupcakes recipe is one of my son's favorites because of the added rainbow candy and the treats at the end of your rainbow. It's the perfect treat for St. Patrick's Day at home or to bring to school for a class party. Grab your ingredients and let's get to making these delicious cupcakes.
- 1 package white cake mix
- 1 can Pillsbury Funfetti Vibrant Green Vanilla Frosting
- 1 package Airheads Xtremes candy
- 12 Rolo candies (individually wrapped)
- 48 mini marshmallows
Pot of Gold Cupcake Recipe
As for what cupcake batter to use for this recipe, that is the best part about this recipe. Use yours and or your kid's favorite flavor. The beauty of these cupcakes is the fun decoration at the top of the cupcake. We like a white cake mix for this recipe, but if you like chocolate cupcakes, those are great too. Here are a few questions you might have before you get started:
How Do I Make Green Frosting?
If you cannot find the green frosting at the grocery store, you can easily make it by adding green food coloring or green gel food coloring to your favorite frosting. Whether it's a sweet buttercream, swiss buttercream, or cream cheese frosting make this recipe delicious!
What are the Best Candies to Decorate St. Patrick's Day Cupcakes With?
While we use rolo candies for the pot of gold, you can also use gold sprinkles, peanut butter cups, or a gold coin. They are all fun and great for the actual pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. The same goes for the candy rainbow. Both Fizzy Rainbow Belt and Airhead Xtremes have a fun rainbow for the cupcake.
Other fun cupcakes include Unicorn Cupcakes, Churro Cupcakes, and Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes.
Pot of Gold Cupcake Recipe
Ready to make these cupcakes for St. Patrick's Day? Let's get started.
Prepare the cake mix according to the package directions.
Line your 12-hole muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Fill your liners ¾ of the way full and then into the oven.
Bake cupcakes according to the cake mix. Let cupcakes cool on a wire rack.
Spread green buttercream onto cooled cupcakes using a spatula, butter knife, or piping bag.
Next, cut each candy rainbow in half then fold it into an arch and place it on top of each cupcake.
Add two mini marshmallows to each end of the rainbow. Place a wrapped Rolo candy in front of the rainbow on each cupcake.
Viola, you have the cutest and most easy Pot of Gold Cupcake!
Store your decorated cupcakes at room temperature in an airtight container.
Happy St. Patrick's Day, Happy March, and Happy Baking!
We highlighted this St. Patrick's Day Cupcake along with some other fun snacks in our St. Patrick's Day Snacks.
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Pot of Gold Cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 package white cake mix
- 1 can Pillsbury Funfetti Vibrant Green Vanilla Frosting
- 1 package Airheads Xtremes candy
- 12 Rolo candies individually wrapped
- 48 mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare the cake mix according to the package directions.
- Line your 12-hole muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Fill your liners ¾ of the way full and then into the oven.
- Bake cupcakes according to the cake mix. Let cupcakes cool on a wire rack.
- Spread green buttercream onto cooled cupcakes using a spatula, butter knife, or piping bag.
- Next, cut each candy rainbow in half then fold it into an arch and place it on top of each cupcake.
- Add two mini marshmallows to each end of the rainbow. Place a wrapped Rolo candy in front of the rainbow on each cupcake.
- Viola, you have the cutest and most easy Pot of Gold Cupcake!
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