Creating Cabbage Rose Blooms Cupcakes is a straightforward process. Follow these steps for amazing results:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder (if using), baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Fill the Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Make the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until light and fluffy. Divide the frosting into separate bowls if you want to color it.
10. Color the Frosting: Add food coloring to the frosting to achieve your desired shades for the rose petals and leaves.
11. Decorate the Cupcakes: Use a piping bag fitted with a petal tip to create the cabbage rose design on top of each cupcake. Start from the center and work your way outward, layering the frosting to create the rose shape.
12. Add Finishing Touches: Sprinkle with edible glitter or place a fresh mint leaf on top for an elegant finish.