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Grape Crush Cupcakes


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. Real Grape Flavor : Made with crushed grapes or grape juice concentrate for authentic taste.
  2. Moist & Fluffy : Grape puree keeps the cupcakes tender and juicy.
  3. Vibrant Color : Naturally purple from grapes—no artificial dyes needed!
  4. Quick & Easy : Ready in under an hour with simple ingredients.
  5. Customizable : Top with sprinkles, fresh grapes, or even a hidden jam center.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Makes 12 cupcakes

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup grape juice concentrate (or ¾ cup fresh grape puree + ¼ cup milk)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter , softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs , room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Grape Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp grape juice (or crushed grapes for a seedy texture)
  • ½ tsp lemon juice (to balance sweetness)
  • Optional : Purple food coloring for extra vibrancy

For Garnish:

  • Fresh grapes , halved
  • Sprinkles or edible glitter
  • Crushed purple candies (like grape Jolly Ranchers)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat to 350°F (175°C) . Line a muffin tin with liners or grease lightly.

Step 2: Make the Batter

  1. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla, and grape concentrate/puree.
  3. Gradually add dry ingredients. Mix until smooth (don’t overmix!).

Step 3: Bake

  1. Divide batter into liners (fill ⅔ full). Bake 18–22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Cool completely before glazing.

Step 4: Prepare the Glaze

  1. Whisk powdered sugar, grape juice, and lemon juice until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.

Step 5: Decorate & Serve

  1. Dip cupcake tops into glaze or drizzle with a spoon.
  2. Top with fresh grapes, sprinkles, or crushed candies.

Why This Recipe Works

  • Grape Base : Concentrate or puree adds moisture and bold flavor without excess liquid.
  • Balanced Sweetness : Lemon juice in the glaze cuts through the grape’s sweetness.
  • Natural Color : Grape skins or concentrate give a stunning purple hue.