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Dr. Seuss Thing 1 & Thing 2 Cupcakes Easy Party Treats

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These whimsical Dr. Seuss Thing 1 & Thing 2 Cupcakes feature a soft vanilla base and playful red and blue swirled frosting, making them the perfect easy party treat for birthdays, bake sales, or any celebration. They’re quick to make, outrageously cute, and guaranteed to bring smiles to kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (180g) cake flour (or all-purpose flour for a slightly denser crumb)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk (or whole milk with 1 tsp lemon juice)
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, at room temperature (for frosting)
  • 3 1/2 cups (420g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tbsp (30-45ml) heavy cream or milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Red and blue gel food coloring
  • Edible candy eyes or white chocolate chips (optional, for decorating)
  • Printable Thing 1 & Thing 2 cupcake toppers (optional)
  • Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners. Set out all your ingredients to bring them to room temperature.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup unsalted butter with 1 cup sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Beat in 2 eggs, one at a time, scraping the bowl after each. Add 2 tsp vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups cake flour, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  5. With the mixer on low, add one-third of the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, followed by half the buttermilk. Repeat, ending with the last third of the dry mix. Mix just until combined.
  6. Scoop batter into cupcake liners, filling them about 2/3 full. Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the frosting: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup butter until creamy. Gradually add 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, mixing on low. Add 2 tsp vanilla and 2 tbsp cream or milk. Beat on high for 2-3 minutes until fluffy, adding more cream if needed.
  9. Divide frosting into two bowls. Tint one bowl bright red, the other blue, using gel food coloring.
  10. Fit two piping bags with large star tips (or use zip-top bags). Pipe generous dollops of red and blue frosting on each cupcake, creating a “crazy hair” effect.
  11. Add edible eyes or cupcake toppers, and sprinkles if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and gel food coloring for vibrant frosting. Don’t overmix the batter to keep cupcakes fluffy. Practice piping on parchment paper if you’re new to decorating. Cupcakes can be made dairy-free or gluten-free with simple swaps. Store unfrosted cupcakes at room temperature for up to 2 days, or frosted cupcakes in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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