Lucky Leprechaun Mint Oreo Cupcakes
Ingredients
Scale
Cupcakes
- 1 box white cake mix
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon mint extract
- Green gel food coloring
Mint Oreo Frosting
- 2 sticks butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 to 6 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed Mint Oreos (about 6–7 Oreos)
Toppings
- Green sprinkles
- St. Patrick’s Day royal icing decorations
Equipment
- St. Patrick’s Day cupcake liners
- Decorative straws or themed toppers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cupcake pan with St. Patrick’s Day cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl combine the cake mix, egg whites, milk, sour cream, melted butter, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and mint extract. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
- Add green gel food coloring and mix until the batter reaches a bright festive green.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
- To make the frosting, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in the vanilla and heavy cream. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Stir the crushed Mint Oreos into the frosting until evenly combined.
- Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Finish with green sprinkles and St. Patrick’s Day royal icing decorations. Insert decorative straws or themed toppers for a fun finishing touch.