Make your holiday parties fun and festive with these Ugly Sweater Cupcakes. They are easy to make and bring so much joy and laughter.
Welcome to the world of Ugly Sweater Cupcakes – where the wackier, the better! These cupcakes are a fun, festive twist on the traditional cupcake, inspired by those delightfully gaudy Christmas sweaters we all secretly adore.
You’ll love these soft, fluffy cupcakes topped with vibrant frosting, sprinkles, and whimsical decorations, each designed to mimic the outrageous charm of an ugly Christmas sweater.
Perfect for holiday parties or as a unique dessert option, these cupcakes promise a deliciously fun time, both in making and eating! Ugly Sweater Cupcakes are not just a treat; they’re an experience.
These cupcakes embrace the joyous, slightly over-the-top spirit of the holiday season, making them perfect for parties, family gatherings, or just a fun baking project.
Whether you’re an expert baker or a novice, these cupcakes are an invitation to play, laugh, and indulge in some delicious creativity.
So, grab your piping bag, preheat your oven, and get ready to spread some holiday cheer, one outrageously decorated cupcake at a time!
Common Questions About Ugly Sweater Cupcakes
Can I Use Different Cake Flavors?
Absolutely! While the recipe calls for a boxed cake mix, feel free to experiment with different flavors. Try chocolate cake for a rich base or yellow cake for a classic touch.
How Do I Make My Cupcakes Moist?
To ensure your cupcakes are moist, avoid over-mixing the batter and stick to the baking time recommended on the cake mix box. Overbaking can dry out your cupcakes.
Can These Cupcakes Be Made in Advance?
Yes, you can bake the cupcakes a day ahead. Just ensure they’re completely cool before you store them. Keep them in an airtight container until you’re ready to decorate.
Storage
These ugly Christmas sweater cupcakes are so much fun. I wish I’d had this recipe years ago! Think of all the terrible patterns I could have come up with. Ha!
Refrigerator
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Freeze without decorations for up to a month. Thaw and decorate when ready to serve.
Tips
Don’t worry, there isn’t anything complicated about this recipe. Here are some quick tips to make extra sure that everything goes smoothly.
- Use clear treat picks to add extra elements like candy canes or mini marshmallows.
- Get creative with the frosting – think ugly Christmas sweater patterns!
- Use a piping bag for more intricate designs.
- Let kids join in the decorating fun for a holiday craft activity.
- Add cheer with Christmas sprinkles for a festive touch.
Ingredients
We’re making this as simple as possible by using a pre-made cake mix. That way, you can put most of your focus into the awesome, ugly sweater design!
- Box cake mix
- Cupcake liners
- Frosting (various colors)
- Sprinkles (various sizes and shapes)
- Gummy streamers
How to Make Ugly Sweater Cupcakes
Bring these to your next ugly sweater party. They’ll be the absolute perfect addition to the festivities. See if you can match your sweater to your cupcake, haha!
- Preheat the oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Prepare the cake batter following the instructions on the box. Typically, you’ll need to mix the cake mix with eggs, oil, and water until well combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with the cake batter. Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven as per the package instructions. Use a toothpick to check if they’re done – it should come out clean when inserted into the center of a cupcake. Once baked, let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, decorate the cupcakes with various frostings, decorations, and designs to resemble Christmas sweaters.
To make the bows:
- Divide each gummy stream in half through the length.
- Snip a small square from one streamer and reserve it for the bow knot.
- Fold the rest of the cut streamer in half and place on the cupcake.
- With the remaining streamer, bring the ends together in the middle, folding it into the bow and pressing together in the middle where the seams meet.
- Place the small square on top of the seams and press to make it stick.
- Place the bow on top of the streamer on the cupcake.
- Allow the decorated cupcakes to set for a little while, so the decorations stay in place.
Kitchen Supplies You’ll Need
One year, my mom bought us all ugly sweaters when I was a kid. At the time, I didn’t appreciate how much fun that could have been. It’s a tradition I’ve carried till now because of the memories!
- Muffin tin
- Wire rack
- Mixing bowls
- Toothpicks
- Piping bags
What to Serve With Ugly Sweater Cupcakes
Pair these cupcakes with hot chocolate or warm apple cider for a cozy holiday treat. They go really well with something nice and warm. Just like the sweaters, they’re imitating!
Why You Should Make Ugly Sweater Cupcakes
When you bring these cupcakes out, or your guests see them sitting on the platter, everyone’s eyes will light up. They bring a special little something to any holiday party.
- They’re a fun, festive treat that’ll be the talk of any Christmas party.
- Perfect for unleashing creativity with cheerful designs.
- Great for ugly sweater parties, adding a quirky dessert option.
- Kids and adults alike will love the playful, festive theme.
- They’re an excellent way to use up leftover frosting and sprinkles.
Variations and Add-Ins
If you have some great pics of your creations to show, share them with us in the comments or on social media! It’s always so much fun to see.
- Add a string of lights using piped icing or small candies.
- Use candy canes as edible cupcake toppers.
- Create different sweater designs with various piping techniques.
- Try chocolate cake or yellow cake for different flavors.
- Garnish with holiday garnishes like mini marshmallows or themed sprinkles.
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Ugly Sweater Cupcakes
Ingredients
- 15.25 ounces cake mix plus required ingredients like eggs, oil, and water as per the package instructions (1 box)
- frosting in various colors store-bought or homemade
- sprinkles in various sizes and shapes
- 24 gummy streamers strips
Instructions
Cupcakes
- Preheat the oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Prepare the cake batter following the instructions on the box. Typically, you’ll need to mix the cake mix with eggs, oil, and water until well combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with the cake batter. Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven as per the package instructions.
- Use a toothpick to check if they're done – it should come out clean when inserted into the center of a cupcake.
- Once baked, let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, decorate the cupcakes with various frostings, decorations, and designs to resemble Christmas sweaters.
To Make Bows
- Divide each gummy stream in half through the length.
- Snip a small square from one streamer and reserve for the bow knot. Fol
- Fold the rest of the cut streamer in half and place on the cupcake.
- With the remaining streamer, bring the ends together in the middle, folding it into the bow and pressing together in the middle where the seams meet.
- Place the small square on top of the seams and press to make it stick. Place the bow on top of the streamer on the cupcake.
- Allow the decorated cupcakes to set for a little while, so the decorations stay in place.
Equipment
- 24 cupcake liners
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate. Please double-check with your own dietary calculator for the best accuracy. We at Yummi Haus cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site.
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