Creamy, minty, and utterly charming, these Shamrock Shake Cupcakes bring the classic green shake into cupcake form — fluffy white cake topped with a cool, minty frosting.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Mint
Servings: 12servings
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
Cupcake Pan
Mixing Bowl
Wire Rack
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
1boxWhite cake mix15.25 oz, no need to prepare any additional mixes
3largeEgg whitesRoom temperature, lightly beaten
1cupWaterRoom temperature
1/3cupVegetable oilOr any neutral oil
1/4 to 1/2teaspoonMint or peppermint extractAdjust to taste
1/2teaspoonGreen food coloringAdd more for a deeper green
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, egg whites, water, vegetable oil, mint extract, and green food coloring. Mix until smooth.
Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Frost with your favorite buttercream or whipped topping and enjoy!
Notes
Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.