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Cupcakes

Cupcakes

These cupcakes are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Cake
  • 1¼ cups 150g all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 7 tablespoons 100g salted butter, softened
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1¾ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ cup 150g sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For the frosting:
  • 7 tablespoons 100g salted butter, softened
  • 1¾ cups 225g powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Glacé Icing:
  • 1 lemon juiced and warmed
  • 1¾ cups 225g powdered sugar, sifted
To decorate:
  • Chocolate curls sprinkles, marshmallows, or silver balls

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tray with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and sugar until it becomes light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one by one, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and finish with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
For the Buttercream Frosting:
  1. Beat the softened butter until creamy, about 1 minute. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Continue to beat until fluffy.
  2. Once your cupcakes are completely cool, spread or pipe the buttercream onto each one. Decorate with chocolate curls, marshmallows, or sprinkles as desired.
Optional Glacé Icing:
  1. Combine the warmed lemon juice and powdered sugar. Stir until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over the cupcakes for a glossy finish.

Notes

Tips for Perfect Cupcakes

  • Double the Batch: If you're making more cupcakes or using a smaller pan, prepare the mixture all at once and spoon it into the liners. Bake one pan at a time for best results.
  • Flavor Boost for Frosting: Add two tablespoons cocoa powder or 1 teaspoon coffee to buttercream for a richer flavor.
Glacé Icing Tip: Warm the lemon juice before mixing with the sugar to help the icing set better.