Valentine's Day Cupcakes with Frosting and Heart-Shaped Candies

Want to wow your loved ones this Valentine’s Day? These adorable cupcakes, topped with creamy frosting and cheerful heart-shaped candies, are the ultimate way to share the love! Not only do they look festive and fun, but they’re also downright delicious—a sweet little gesture that says, “You’re special.”

Picture a soft, fluffy cupcake paired with velvety frosting that melts in your mouth, finished with a pop of colorful heart candies for that perfect Valentine’s flair. These aren’t just cupcakes—they’re love wrapped up in every bite, guaranteed to make anyone’s day a little sweeter!

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Delicious Valentine’s Day Treats

These Valentine’s Day cupcakes are tender and moist, with a light and fluffy texture that pairs perfectly with a luscious layer of frosting. The addition of heart-shaped candies adds a delightful crunch and makes them irresistibly cute.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Heart-shaped candies for decoration

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
Bake the Cupcakes: Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frost and Decorate: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, generously frost each one with your favorite frosting. Top with heart-shaped candies to add that special touch.
Serve: Enjoy your beautiful Valentine’s Day cupcakes with friends and loved ones!