SNOWFLAKE CUPCAKES
With winter finally here and the holiday season to arrive soon you can make these Snowflake Cupcakes! I have included a Free printable snowflake template stencil to make these easy to make. You can impress all your friends, family, or your kids classmates making these!
Also, if you happen to have child who just LOVES Frozen these would be perfect for a Frozen Party!
Ingredients:
1 box white cake mix (plus required ingredients listed on the box, i.e. eggs, oil & water)
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 teaspoons of vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners’ sugar
4 tablespoons milk
6 oz. of white chocolate chips
Blue Food Coloring
Snowflake Template
Optional: White Sugar Sprinkles
What you Will Also Need:
Print the Snowflake Stencil Template HERE
Parchment Paper
Cupcake Liners
Piping bag with small round frosting tip
Directions:
1. Prepare cake batter according to box directions and bake in cupcake pan using liners.
2. While cupcakes cool, make frosting. Start by using an electric mixer to beat butter until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar until fully incorporated. Beat in vanilla extract. Pour in milk and beat for an additional 3 minutes.
3. Mix blue food coloring into frosting until desired shade of blue is achieved and set aside.
4. Place snowflake template under parchment paper and tape to flat surface
5. Melt white chocolate and place into piping bag using a small round frosting tip
6. Fill in each snowflake stencil with melted white chocolate
7. Place snowflakes on parchment paper in refrigerator until hardened
8. Frost cupcakes using blue frosting
9. Remove white chocolate snowflakes from refrigerator and place one snowflake garnish on each cupcake
10. Optional: Sprinkle white sugar sprinkles onto cupcakes
Alicia Morris says
Thanks for this receipies I will try this when the kids are here they love to bake at Grandmas and they love chocolate for the snow flakes
Heidi Salisbury says
Cute idea !
Kelly says
I love this. I am amazed I hadn’t thought if using stencils before. Brilliant. They ended up looking so pretty!!
Yvette Figueroa says
OMG I’m in love! This is awesome!
Dorothy Boucher says
very nice, so pretty 🙂 I am definitely going to try this , this holiday , it just so happens that snowflakes and snowman are the theme in this house the Christmas 🙂 love it
Anita says
This will be so much fun to make with the grandbabies.thanks so very much for sharing.
Stelios Chorianopoulos says
Wow… this is amazing… Thank you so much…!! 🙂
denise low says
Oh so cute.This would be great for christmas dinner dessert. Thank you
MUSINGSFROMME/JILL says
Love this! Perfect for my holiday party.
Cynthia Knisely says
Great directions for snowflakes
cupcake says
Oh my these are so cute 🙂
Aurora P says
These look so yummy and very easy to make. and the snowflakes looks super pretty.
Farrah says
These are super pretty cupcakes, and that’s such a great idea for the snowflakes! :]
Lynda Del says
Ooh, this looks delicious! Gonna try it out! Thanks for sharing!
Mary McCloy says
Wow Tina,so simple and an amazing idea.Thanks for sharing 🙂
Bec says
these are so pretty
Penny Delgado says
These look yummy and cute not only for the holidays but for a Frozen thyme birthday party for my daughters thanks for sharing
Sarah L says
Those are beautiful. Never tried doing stencils. Great idea.
Valerie W says
These are beautiful, however, I have never had any luck whatsoever, at decorating cupcakes. I guess I’ll just have to admire yours. My hands are just not steady enough.
Holly Thomas says
They are gorgeous, I wonder how horrible mine would turn out!
June S. says
(Snowflake Cupcakes Recipe with Printable Snowflake Stencil Template) What a cute and pretty simple recipe to make. I know a little four year old girl that would just love these-
janet aycock says
this is a neat idea for christmas
Dina Eighties says
so great recipe for xmas
sherry butcher says
I love it and in the past made lots of cakes and decorc. Now the cupcakes are so much more fun. Love the printable. TFS.
Jennifer Truong says
OMG this is super cute! Thanks for the recipe, I’m totally going to be making this for the holidays!
denise low says
I really like this recipe. I love the way it looks.
judy maharrey says
This is a nice cupcake. The stencil really looks good.
Katie Ellis says
What a great recipe! These look delicious and great for christmas
Linda Seal says
These cupcakes are beautiful. The template will work on cupcakes, cakes and cookies. Thanks so much.
Lisa Schweizer says
These look so yummy! I saved the recipe so I can make these with my son 🙂
margaret franks duncan says
I love the snow flakes,I’m going to try this ,thanks for the recipe.
Yvonne Appleton says
Never even thought about printing thongs to use as outines or stencils.. that’s a brilliant idea. Looks like they turned out really well!
Illy Junus says
never thought that, will love to try the ideas
Tina F says
I bake all the time and never thought of using stencils.Thank you
Carol Nine says
Amazing how great you can make them look with stencils. I will have to pass this on to my daughter, who bakes a lot with my granddaughters.
lisa says
Those are pretty. They look like something from the bakery.
Judy Schechter says
Wow, those look really pretty! Thanks so much for sharing this delicious recipe!
Jesselyn A/Jesstinger says
That a lovely idea ~ so perfectly seasonal ~ and the frozen option makes them pretty tempting for a summer time treat too. Love the template idea too, I can imagine using that “tool” for other designs and in other ways as well. Thanks!
Lula Ruger says
These are just so pretty i would love ti try this thank you for the recipie
Debra Evanson says
These would be alot of fun to make with my granddaughters. They love the movie frozen.
denise low says
I have been to this recipe before and I still love the snowflakes cupcake recipe
angela smith says
those cupcakes are really cute and look delicious.never thought to use a stencil in that way.thanks for the recipe and info
Cheryl Johnson says
This is a great way to entertain the kids and keep them busy and we can all be in the kitchen at the same time. Thanks. Happy Holidays
Nena Sinclair says
My granddaughter’s birthday is coming up in a few weeks and she loves anything related to Frozen, so these would be perfect to serve at her party!
Mary karas says
Such an easy way to make snowflakes
ellen beck says
Those are lovely! I bet they would look awesome with some of the glittery sugar. Almost too pretty to eat.
lisa says
Those are so pretty. They look like they came from the bakery.
Dina says
they look very nice and i think they are delicious
denise low says
We made these cupcakes and they were great. Thanks for the information.
Renee S says
I do a lot of baking but never thought of using stencils to decorate the tops of cupcakes or cakes! Thank you so much for the great idea.
Irene Lirette says
I always come across ideas like this to use stencils and I think WOW so neat I should try it out! Then, I forget about it until I see it again! lol
Shannon says
These are so pretty and thank you for sharing how to make them.
Linda Manns Linneman says
These are so cute. Thank you for sharing this great recipe and decorating tips
Elizabeth Berlovan says
These cupcakes are so cute!Looks like a fun and easy recipe that I can handle.lol.Will have to try to make these sometime.
denise low says
Thank you. We made these and they turned out great.
Kristy Franks says
This is a great recipe thank you it looks yummy
Brandi McAtee says
This looks MUCH easier than I thought it was going to! I almost didn’t click on it. I’m definitely going to have to try this! 🙂
Catherine Wooster says
I love the look of these cupcakes..so cool(no pun intended…lol)! Can’t wait to make them,sounds/looks like fun! I saved the recipe,as my printer is out of ink currently.
Mindy Glazer says
These are adorable! I love to bake and so does my daughter! I am printing these out so hopefully we can do these together!
laura rubenstein says
So I just pinned this to my board because I want to make these cupcakes, and I don’t wanna lose this amazing recipe 🙂 TY
Kathleen Kelly says
So pretty and fun!! Thanks for the recipe!
stephanie says
I hope I win the giveaway
I need it
denise low says
I love it. I never new that you could find stuff like this on the computer. Thanks
RANA DURHAM says
I love the templates , I defintly can do this with my family and friends
Michele Ash says
Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful Snowflake Cupcake Recipe with all of us! These turned out really adorable! I just love them! Since Christmas is long gone, but, it’s still winter and still calling for snow, this would just be an adorable treat to make for the kids and, of course, the hubby! I have the recipe and the cut out and I’m definitely going to be making these very soon! Thanks again for the Terrific recipe! I honestly do appreciate it! Michele 🙂
RANA DURHAM says
Thanks so much for he template I defintly would like to make these for friend having kid soon
Patty G says
This is the first recipe that used a printed stencil for baking. You are awesome! I’ve never thought of that!
Christine A says
These are beautiful cupcakes and perfect for christmas, winter in general, and Frozen themed parties. I hadn’t heard about using stencils for cake decorations but I’m excited to use them.
Aimee Trader says
These are so cute!! Could also use these templates on sugar cookies too!
anita says
I love how easy it is to make and it’s so pretty!
Lesa says
THese are really pretty! Too pretty to eat! If I wasn’t so sick of snow and cold I’d make these! lol
Barrie says
These are beautiful cupcakes! I’m going to give them a try and hope I do as well!
Jerry Marquardt says
These really look very delicious. I am going to make this my Sunday afternoon treat. Thank you so much.
lisa says
These are so festive. I wouldn’t have thought to use stencils to add a pattern or design. That makes it much easier, especially if you don’t have a steady hand.
Kalliope D. says
OMG I love cupcakes!! These look very pretty and yummy!!
I’ll surely try to make them! Thank you for sharing this great recipe! ^_^
Happy Seller says
These are so pretty I am always in charge of the baked goods for family functions so new ideas are always helpful
Maria Sarmento says
They look adorable! My daughter asked me to make them 😉
Judy Thomas says
These look almost too pretty to eat! I say almost because nothing would stop me 🙂
Amy Green says
These designs are so pretty! I think I’ll use a peppermint flavoring for the frosting, and maybe vary the look with red and green.
Jenna says
The snowflake decorations are perfect. I think even I can do that! Edible glitter would be fun on these too!
M.Clark says
I love these cupcakes, they’re great for Christmas. I love the idea of using the stencil to make the snowflake decoration. Thank you for sharing this recipe.
Laura Farmer says
Love this helpful tip, especially for this years upcoming holiday season!
Sarah C says
These are super cute!
Karen Jaras says
My grandchildren would so love to help me make these for winter parties. Adorable.
luke says
yum these look delicious!
Sarah L says
Very pretty but too much work for me.
Lovely joy merced says
Wow! thank you for sharing, i will definitely try this!!
rochelle haynes says
This sounds good like to try this
Shannon says
What gorgeous cupcakes and thank you so much for sharing with us.
Crystal Cox says
Wow! Thank you , my daughter still loves Frozen and this would be perfect to impress her with . I bet we could even make them and add it to sugar cookies . Ohh now I want to find stencils for trees. doves, snowman ,well almost anything and maybe even color the chocolate . Uh ohhh my mind is going to be on a roll now lol .
Jerry Marquardt says
This recipe not only looks delicious, it is so cute as well. I am making these Thanksgiving night.
MARIA CRISTINA says
Cute idea ….goooddd
Crystal Wall says
What a great idea for a holiday party! SO cute and festive. Thanks for sharing.
Sarah Kurtz says
I am loving this recipe! Great for holiday parties.
Amanda Throckmorton says
I just love the snowflake cupcakes,neices,nephews would love them,they are so Frozen crazy they would love their aunt. I will bookmark your recipe great for Christmas treats. This is just so neat,how you get the snowflake on the cupcake looks sö professional.
MeltheCrafter says
What a cute idea! Love these, thank you for sharing!
Hannah C says
This is so cute. Thanks for the recipe. I’m going to try making this for Christmas.
Sarah Phillips says
These snowflake cupcakes are absolutely gorgeous! I can’t believe how easy you’ve made these either! With the templates, making these stunning little cupcakes would be a piece of cake! Pun intended! 😀 Thanks for sharing, I’m definitely pinning this one for the holidays!
salexis says
I love that snowflake idea – sounds so simple and looks so fancy!
Erin Will says
Using the template under parchment paper is genius!! They look amazing! I can’t wait to make these snowflake cupcakes with my daughter!!! Thank you!
Sarah L says
These would be great for a holiday party. Thanks for the stencils.
Elizabeth Johnson says
I like these cupcakes. Birthday, winter, or christmas… They will be popular with the girls as they are cute but also look as if they are themed FROZEN .
Irma says
Oh, they are so pretty. It’s awesome!
JACKIE PHIPPS says
This recipe sounds tasty and looks awesome. I will try making them for Christmas
Elsa Beckford says
I’m in love! This is awesome!
Heidi Robbins says
I love the snowflake stencil! I always have a hard time making them look good 🙂
jo n says
How Cute. What a great idea – putting the snowflakes in the fridge to harden…why didn’t I think of that? In the past few years I have gotten into snowflakes, the blue is still growing on me
Mark Warren says
thank you so much for this!
Kristin K says
Thank you for the recipe, and the stencil! I am going to enjoy making these snowflake cupcakes this winter!!!
Kristin K says
Thank you for the recipe, and the stencil! I am going to enjoy making these snowflake cupcakes this winter!!! I love cupcakes, and watching my family and friends enjoy them!
Kim Tanti says
Wow this looks easy enough. Thank You for the stencil.
Courtney S. says
These are so pretty! A perfect desert for a Christmas party 🙂
janet aycock says
this sounds like a great reciepe
Kim Holliday says
I love this. It will be perfect to take to my grandson’s daycare.
Julie says
Yum! These are so pretty. I love how wintery they are.
debbie says
this si fantastic and so festive Im going to get the kids to help me have a go
Susan M. says
These cupcakes look really yummy! What a great idea to use stencils for the decorations, I never would have thought of that; thanks for posting the recipe!
Dels says
Cute idea, I’ll definitely be making these this christmas!
BILL HOFF says
We are always looking for different treats to prepare our grand kids!
toyin says
oh my! these are really pretty and cool…a very great treat
lisa says
Those are cute. I like that you use a box mix. I’m not a baker, so this makes it much easier.
Saundra McKenzie says
I cant wait to try these. Thanks for the stencil.
Leela says
They are so cute!
Amber Ludwig says
These turned out so pretty!! I love that you did the snowflakes on parchment paper and put them on after!! So much easier!!
Jennifer Boehme says
I am making these, I love the blue color! Thanks for recipe and printable to help.
Carol Easterday says
Thank you for the recipes! These are the cutest cupcakes ! I will definitely be making some
Sarah Kurtz says
Love these snowfakes cupcakes. Perfect time of year! Thank you for sharing.
Birdiebee says
I would love to make these over the holidays for the grandkids. They look really delicious.
Rachel says
These are really cute! I didn’t know there were frosting Stencils!
Alisha Lecroy says
I absolutely love the idea of using stencils! I have never thought of doing it before but it looks so simple! The kids would definitely love making these.
David Fultner says
Very nice. You make it look so easy.
Jason CS C says
This is an excellent idea, I will try to incorporate it into other of my recipes!
Molli vandehey says
my daughter would be so excited if we madethese
heather says
I would love to make these. They are too pretty to eat and so clever.
Susan Highland says
Thanks for the recipe. I love the template and can see many uses for it, like for cookies or pies or cakes.
Debbi Wellenstein says
Your snowflake cupcakes are adorable. I’m afraid if I tried to make them, they would end up on the latest chapter of Pinterest fails!
Mia says
I would love to try these with my grandkids. This looks like a fun project.
Kimberly B says
These are cute! I am going to try it. I’m not really handy when it comes to decorating but this looks like something I could do.
Ronald Gagnon says
A delightful and delicious recipe…but we were always taught the dangers of using food coloring
Jo-Ann Brightman says
These are wonderful cupcakes for the holidays and winter season. Thanks for the recipes.
Megan Sims says
These are beautiful! A lot of work to fill in the snowflake stencils, but will look very impressive.
Kathy Minncih says
Love this recipe because of it’s simple ingredients and use of an easy craft to create something so elegant looking.
Irene Lirette says
I LOVE THESE! SO CUTE AND FESTIVE, AND EASY RECIPE FOR ALL TO ENJOY! I LOVE THE STENCIL IDEA!
Sally Wilsey says
This is a great recipe and going into the keeper box for the Christmas vacation to make with my Granddaughter for one of our tea parties.
Pamela Gurganus says
I love these cupcakes! They’re almost too beautiful to eat! I think the printable is just too clever! Thank you for sharing.
dawn gordon says
ive just purchased parchment paper for the very first time due to reading so many mommy blogs and baking blogs now …so many things you can do with parchment paper…
the idea of using stencils under it and piping it over it..ive not read yet..thank you for the tip..im sure it would work with other patterns one can find online…
would be cool to figure out a way to do a mandala that way in candy..and sell them!!!
Duha Rushida Amanullah says
I would be a fool for not trying this recipe, these cookies look superb!
Rachel says
These are almost too pretty to eat! Thanks for the idea!
Kim Holliday says
These cupcakes are adorable and would be perfect to take to winter church functions. Thanks for the idea!
Renee Rousseau says
Festive recipe! Thanks for sharing! The stencils came in handy.
Debbie Welchert says
These are so pretty and my grandchildren would just love them. My granddaughter would love help making these too.
saegan anderson says
these look really pretty and tasty! reminds me of the movie frozen
Elena says
this is really cool and I’m definitely going to try these.
Chelsea says
These are so cute! I love mini cupcakes! Such a cute design, they look delicious!
Andrina Goetz says
Thank you for the recipe. I love the stencils.
Sharon says
These cupcakes look so moist and good I can almost taste them, and the icing, oh my! Frozen is so popular now for winter and parties of all kinds. Thanks so much for the recipe and the printable template. Your snowflakes are perfect!!
Penny says
Love this idea, simple but so appealing
lisa says
Those really are pretty. You explain everything step by step which helps alot! Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Ronald Gagnon says
These sound so delicious, but I am a 64 year old bachelor who can’t invest the time it takes to make this delicacy
KATE SARSFIELD says
Each year we have a village cake sale just before Christmas to raise funds for a chosen charity. These will be perfect!
clojo9372 says
These cupcakes are beautiful! My nieces are Frozen superfans so they would just fall in love with this and make them all kinds of ecstatic! LOL! 🙂
Lynne B says
This is awesome! If I made this, my family would think I became a master baker in secret! Thanks!
Danielle Wuest says
Love these cupcakes :3 I’m always looking for easy snowflake stencils
Katt Lewis says
These are awesome and the color could be changed to go with whatever theme you happen to be planning that season.
Kristyn Moses says
Going to make these for my daughter’s bday cupcakes at school. Thanks for sharing