Best 8 No Frosting Cupcakes Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cupcake recipe without the added sweetness of frosting? If so, you're in the right place! No frosting cupcakes are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without overindulging. They are perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to potlucks to school bake sales. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of no frosting cupcakes that are sure to please everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NO FROSTING CUPCAKES



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These are the perfect snack for kids. My mom and I frequently make them when we are taking supper to people. They resemble a mix between brownies and cupcakes.

Provided by running rachel

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces semisweet chocolate
1 cup margarine (2 sticks)
1 1/2 cups chopped nuts (I use pecans)
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 cup flour
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter, chocolate and sugar over low heat. Heat until just boiling. Stir in nuts until coated.
  • Mix remaining ingredients with melted ones in a large bowl.
  • Bake in muffin tins at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
  • They will not test done as they are suppose to be slightly chewy.

NO FROSTING NEEDED CUPCAKES



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Make and share this No Frosting Needed Cupcakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (18 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
8 ounces cream cheese
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup sugar
6 ounces milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Mix cake as directed.
  • Divide batter evenly between 24 greased muffin cups.
  • Beat cream cheese, egg, and sugar until smooth.
  • Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Drop by TBS onto batter.
  • Bake at 350* for 20-25 minutes.

FROSTING-FILLED CUPCAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h52m

Yield 24 Cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 oz.) package Pillsbury® Devils Food Cake
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 cup Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil
3 large eggs
1 (13.5 oz.) can Pillsbury® Easy Frost¿ Vanilla Dream Flavor No Fuss Frosting
8 (1 oz.) squares semi-sweet chocolate
1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
Coconut, sliced or chopped almonds, chocolate sprinkles (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. For Cupcakes: HEAT oven to 350 degrees F. Line two 12-cup muffin pans with baking cups. Prepare cake mix according to package directions using water, oil and eggs. Divide batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans. Cool completely. Insert Easy Frost tip into center of each cupcake and squeeze out a small amount of frosting to create a frosting-filled center.
  • 2. For Glaze: PLACE chocolate and butter in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, stirring until smooth. Dip top of each cupcake into glaze. Decorate as desired with coconut, almonds, Easy Frost Frosting or chocolate sprinkles.

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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You know that no cake, cupcake, bar or cookie is complete without the perfect layer of cream cheese icing or frosting. Luckily, our spreadable and creamy homemade recipe is ready in just 5 minutes with 4 simple ingredients. Sweet with just the right amount of tang, this from-scratch Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe is the perfect finish for carrot cake, red velvet cupcakes, pumpkin-spice bars and more. Soon you'll be adding this cream cheese frosting recipe to everything on the dessert tray and more.

Provided by By Stephanie Wise

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups powdered sugar, plus more as needed

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed 2 to 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally, until smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in vanilla, then stir in powdered sugar. Add more powdered sugar as needed until frosting is a thick spreadable consistency.
  • Spread or pipe frosting on cooled cake or cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

CUPCAKE FROSTING



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Simple vanilla frosting is a great topper for any cupcake. I frosted 300 cupcakes with this recipe for my wedding in lieu of a traditional cake. It made for a delicious bridal twist. - Annie Rundle, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 5-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup shortening
1 cup butter, softened
8 cups confectioners' sugar
6 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons clear vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat shortening and butter until light and fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla; beat until smooth.

Nutrition Facts :

VANILLA FROSTING



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Use this recipe Vanilla Frosting to ice our Vanilla Cupcakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat together butter, sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt until light and fluffy.

OREO CUPCAKES WITH COOKIES AND CREAM FROSTING



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Kids and adults alike will find these Oreo cupcakes irresistible. If you want to pipe the frosting, be sure to thoroughly crush the cookies. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup butter, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
2 cups coarsely crushed Oreo cookies
FROSTING:
1 cup butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups finely crushed Oreo cookie crumbs
Optional: Additional Oreo cookie crumbs and mini Oreo cookies

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Fold in crushed cookies., Fill prepared cups three-fourths full. Bake 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , In a large bowl, combine butter, confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla; beat until smooth. Fold in cookie crumbs. Pipe or spread frosting over cupcakes. If desired, sprinkle with additional cookie crumbs and garnish with mini Oreo cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

QUICK AND ALMOST-PROFESSIONAL BUTTERCREAM ICING



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After failing to find the perfect recipe for buttercream icing, I found one that worked for me and then added my own two cents.

Provided by xoshadyxo

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Buttercream

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons milk
3 drops food coloring, or as needed

Steps:

  • Cream room temperature butter with a hand mixer, the paddle attachment of a stand mixer, or a wooden spoon until smooth and fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until fully incorporated. Beat in vanilla extract.
  • Pour in milk and beat for an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Add food coloring, if using, and beat for thirty seconds until smooth or until desired color is reached.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.9 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 83.7 mg, Sugar 31 g

Tips for Making No-Frosting Cupcakes:

  • Use a spoon or a cookie scoop to fill the cupcake liners, as this will help ensure that they are all filled evenly and consistently.
  • Do not overfill the cupcake liners, as this can cause the cupcakes to rise too much and muffin top.
  • Bake the cupcakes at the correct temperature and for the correct amount of time, as over- or under-baking can result in dry or dense cupcakes.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before decorating them, as this will help prevent the decorations from melting or becoming soggy.
  • Be creative with your decorations! You can use anything from sprinkles and chocolate chips to chopped nuts and fresh fruit to decorate your cupcakes.

Conclusion:

No-frosting cupcakes are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, bake sales, or simply as a snack. With so many different recipes and decoration options available, there is sure to be a no-frosting cupcake recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give one of these no-frosting cupcake recipes a try!

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