Watermelon Cupcakes

Watermelon Cupcakes

🍉 Bright green cupcakes with juicy watermelon flavor, topped with fluffy pink frosting—like summer in every bite!

🧁 Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 box white cake mix

• 1 cup watermelon juice/purée (or 1 packet watermelon gelatin + ¾ cup water)

• ⅓ cup vegetable oil

• 3 large eggs

• ½ tsp green food gel (for that rind-like base)

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 4 cups powdered sugar

• 2 tbsp watermelon juice (or 1 tsp watermelon extract)

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Pink food gel

• Mini chocolate chips (for “seeds”)

Optional Garnish:

• Watermelon slices (for decoration)

• Lime zest (for fresh contrast)

📝 Instructions

1. Make the cupcakes:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

   • Blend cake mix, watermelon juice, oil, eggs, and green food gel until smooth.

   • Fill liners ¾ full and bake 18–22 mins. Let cool.

2. Whip the frosting:

   • Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, watermelon juice, and vanilla.

   • Tint bright pink and pipe onto cooled cupcakes.

3. Add “seeds”:

   • Press mini chocolate chips into the frosting randomly.

4. Serve chilled for a refreshing treat!

💡 Pro Tips

• No watermelon juice? Blend seedless watermelon chunks + strain.

• Extra flavor? Add a pinch of citric acid (for sour candy vibes).

• Make ahead: Frosting can sit at room temp for 2 hours (or fridge overnight).

Why These Are a Hit

✅ Looks like watermelon—but tastes like vanilla + fruity sweetness.
✅ Kid-friendly & party-perfect for BBQs or birthdays.
✅ No artificial taste if using real juice!

Tag us if you make these! #WatermelonDream 🍉✨

Want a boozy twist? Add 1 tbsp melon liqueur to the frosting!