Sugar Mommas’ Championship Game Cupcakes

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With a small adjustment to the basic yellow cake, a bit of delicious chocolate frosting, and some team colors or sports themed toppings, these are a simple way to sweeten up your Game Day party. Cupcakes are the perfect party treat and whether your team wins or loses, these little cakes will score a touchdown with your guests!

You will need

2 ½ c. all-purpose flour

2 tsp. baking powder

½ tsp. salt

¾ c. (1 ½ sticks) butter, softened

1 ½ c. granulated sugar

2 tsp. vanilla extract

3 large eggs

1 c. milk

Directions

* Preheat oven 350ºF. Line muffin pans (we used our favorite Cupcake Creations designs www.createcupcakes.com).


* In a medium sized bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Stir together and set aside.

* In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment mix butter and sugar on medium speed for about 5 minutes (this makes it fluffier but if you’re in a hurry, a couple of minutes should do).

* Beat in vanilla and eggs until mixed.

* Add half of flour mixture and mix well, scraping down sides. Beat in milk slowly. Then add balance of flour, scraping bowl in between until all is well blended and smooth.

* Fill muffin cups about half way. Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden, or toothpick inserted in center of cupcake comes out clean. Cool and frost.

LIGHTEN THE LOAD:

* While this recipe calls for whole milk, you are always welcome to substitute lower fat milk. You can also reduce the sugar to 1 ⅓ cup without sacrificing taste.

Chocolate Frosting

3 oz. cream cheese
1 Tbsp. milk
2 ½ c. confectioners' sugar
1 oz. square unsweetened chocolate,* melted
½ tsp. vanilla
Dash of salt

In medium bowl, blend the cream cheese and the milk. Add the sugar gradually, blending it in well. Add the melted chocolate, vanilla, and salt. Mix well.


SASS IT UP

* For the frosting, try 1 oz. of Callebaut Semi Sweet Chocolate Discs (in lieu of 1 oz. unsweetened chocolate square).

* Try out cupcakes, decorative cups, and jazzed up toppings with an edible sports theme – get creative with team colors or perhaps an icon in honor of your favorite team.