Description
Delicious root beer float cupcakes topped with creamy vanilla frosting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15.25 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup root beer
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon root beer extract
- For the Frosting:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, softened
- 5–6 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons root beer
- 1/4 teaspoon root beer extract
- For Garnish:
- maraschino cherries, for topping
- red paper straws, cut to 2-inch length pieces, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners. Set aside.
- Prepare the cake batter by combining the cake mix, root beer, vegetable oil, eggs, and root beer extract in a large mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer and beat for 30 seconds on low and then on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
- Pour the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, 3/4 of the way full.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 19-21 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and set the cupcakes aside to cool completely.
- To make the frosting, beat the salted butter until it’s creamy, about 1 minute. Turn the mixer to low speed and slowly add in the powdered sugar, mixing it until well blended.
- Mix in the root beer and extract. Beat until just combined. Add more root beer or powdered sugar until you reach a good consistency.
- Turn the mixer to high speed and beat for 5 minutes or until very light and fluffy. The frosting should end up thick, but loose enough to pipe.
- Make sure the cupcakes are completely cooled before frosting. Frost with a piping bag and desired tip.
- Top with a maraschino cherry and a tiny straw. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a stand mixer for easier frosting preparation.
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cool before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Root Beer Float Cupcakes, Root Beer Soda Cupcakes, Float-Inspired Cupcakes