Here’s a fun and flavorful Grape Crush Cupcakes recipe, perfect for grape soda lovers!
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
• 1 box white cake mix (or your favorite vanilla cupcake recipe)
• 1 cup Grape Crush soda (or any grape-flavored soda)
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 3 large egg whites
• 1 tsp grape extract (optional, for extra grape flavor)
• Purple food coloring (optional, for a vibrant look)
For the Grape Buttercream Frosting:
• 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• ¼ cup Grape Crush soda
• ½ tsp grape extract (optional)
• Purple food coloring (optional)
Instructions
For the Cupcakes:
1. Preheat Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. Mix Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the cake mix, Grape Crush soda, vegetable oil, and egg whites until smooth. Add grape extract and food coloring if using.
3. Fill & Bake: Fill cupcake liners about ⅔ full and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. Cool: Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
For the Frosting:
1. Whip Butter: In a large bowl, beat the butter with an electric mixer until fluffy.
2. Add Sugar & Flavor: Gradually mix in powdered sugar, alternating with Grape Crush soda. Add grape extract and food coloring if using. Beat until smooth and creamy.
3. Frost: Pipe or spread the frosting onto cooled cupcakes.
Optional Garnishes:
• Sprinkle with grape candy or purple sugar.
• Top with a small grape gummy or a straw for a soda-inspired look.
Would you like a cream cheese variation for the frosting?