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Introduction
St Patrick’s Day cupcakes are fun, colorful, and surprisingly easy to make at home. With the right flavors and simple decorating ideas, they can look just as polished as bakery treats. From minty chocolate to classic vanilla with festive frosting, these cupcakes fit any celebration. Pick a favorite or bake a full tray for sharing.
1. Classic Vanilla Shamrock Cupcakes
Simple vanilla cupcakes dressed up with festive frosting.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Butter – 120 g
- Eggs – 2
- Milk – 120 ml
- Baking powder – 1½ tsp
- Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a muffin tin.
- Cream butter and sugar.
- Add eggs and vanilla.
- Mix in flour and baking powder, then milk.
- Bake 18–20 minutes. Cool before frosting.
How to Serve It
Top with green sprinkles or shamrock picks.
2. Mint Chocolate Cupcakes
Rich chocolate cake with cool mint frosting.
Ingredients
- Flour – 180 g
- Cocoa powder – 40 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
- Milk – 120 ml
- Mint extract – ½ tsp
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18–20 minutes.
3. Irish Cream Cupcakes
Soft cupcakes with a smooth cream flavor.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 170 g
- Butter – 120 g
- Eggs – 2
- Irish cream syrup – 80 ml
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 20 minutes.
4. Green Velvet Cupcakes
A colorful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
- Flour – 220 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
- Buttermilk – 200 ml
- Cocoa powder – 10 g
- Green food coloring – 1 tbsp
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 20 minutes.
5. Pistachio Cupcakes
Nutty cupcakes with soft crumb.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 160 g
- Eggs – 2
- Milk – 120 ml
- Pistachio paste – 70 g
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18 minutes.
6. Lime Vanilla Cupcakes
Fresh citrus flavor with classic cake.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 170 g
- Eggs – 2
- Milk – 120 ml
- Lime zest – 1 tbsp
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18–20 minutes.
7. Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes
Deep chocolate flavor and moist texture.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Cocoa powder – 50 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
- Guinness – 150 ml
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 20 minutes.
8. Mint Oreo Cupcakes
Chocolate cookies add crunch and flavor.
Ingredients
- Chocolate cupcakes – 1 batch
- Mint frosting – 300 g
- Crushed chocolate cookies – 80 g
Instructions
Bake cupcakes at 175°C for 18 minutes.
9. Vanilla Sprinkle Cupcakes
Bright and party-ready.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
- Milk – 120 ml
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18 minutes.
10. Matcha Cupcakes
Soft cupcakes with gentle tea flavor.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 170 g
- Eggs – 2
- Milk – 120 ml
- Matcha powder – 2 tsp
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18–20 minutes.
11. Chocolate Mint Chip Cupcakes
Cool mint chips add texture.
Ingredients
- Flour – 180 g
- Cocoa powder – 40 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
- Mint chips – 100 g
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18 minutes.
12. Pistachio Cream Cupcakes
Smooth frosting with nutty base.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 160 g
- Eggs – 2
- Pistachio paste – 80 g
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 20 minutes.
13. Shamrock Vanilla Cupcakes
Festive look with classic taste.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18 minutes.
14. Mint Chocolate Swirl Cupcakes
Two flavors in one bite.
Ingredients
- Chocolate cupcakes – 1 batch
- Mint frosting – 200 g
- Chocolate frosting – 200 g
Instructions
Bake cupcakes at 175°C for 18 minutes.
15. Lime Cream Cupcakes
Light and refreshing.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 170 g
- Eggs – 2
- Lime juice – 60 ml
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18 minutes.
16. Chocolate Shamrock Cupcakes
Simple and festive.
Ingredients
- Flour – 180 g
- Cocoa powder – 40 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 20 minutes.
17. Vanilla Bean Cupcakes
Classic bakery-style cupcakes.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
- Vanilla bean paste – 1 tsp
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18 minutes.
18. Mint Buttercream Cupcakes
Soft cake with creamy topping.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 170 g
- Eggs – 2
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18 minutes.
19. Green Sprinkle Chocolate Cupcakes
Fun and colorful topping.
Ingredients
- Chocolate cupcakes – 1 batch
- Green sprinkles – 50 g
Instructions
Bake cupcakes at 175°C for 18 minutes.
20. Pistachio Chocolate Cupcakes
Nutty frosting meets rich cake.
Ingredients
- Flour – 180 g
- Cocoa powder – 40 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Pistachio paste – 70 g
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 20 minutes.
21. Matcha Vanilla Cupcakes
Soft cake with green frosting.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
- Matcha powder – 2 tsp
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18 minutes.
22. Mint Cream Cheese Cupcakes
Soft frosting with gentle tang.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 170 g
- Eggs – 2
- Cream cheese – 120 g
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18 minutes.
23. Lime Chocolate Cupcakes
Chocolate and citrus pairing.
Ingredients
- Flour – 180 g
- Cocoa powder – 40 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Lime zest – 1 tbsp
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 20 minutes.
24. Green Velvet Cream Cupcakes
Soft crumb with creamy finish.
Ingredients
- Flour – 220 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
- Green food coloring – 1 tbsp
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 20 minutes.
25. Mint Chocolate Ganache Cupcakes
Rich topping with smooth texture.
Ingredients
- Chocolate cupcakes – 1 batch
- Chocolate ganache – 250 g
- Mint extract – ¼ tsp
Instructions
Bake cupcakes at 175°C for 18 minutes.
26. Simple Bakery-Style Vanilla Cupcakes
Clean, classic cupcakes that fit any table.
Ingredients
- Flour – 200 g
- Sugar – 180 g
- Eggs – 2
- Milk – 120 ml
Instructions
Bake at 175°C for 18–20 minutes.
Conclusion
These St Patrick’s Day cupcakes bring festive color and homemade charm to any celebration. Try one style or bake a mix for a full dessert table. Save this list for later and share it with anyone who enjoys baking cupcakes that look polished and inviting.
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