Homemade Cupcakes

Cupcakes were originally called ‘number cakes’ because the ingredients were measured by weight, using a standard cup as a unit of measurement.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Homemade Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 stick Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 6 drop Food coloring

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir 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.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with a few drops of food coloring and enough water to make a thick glaze.
10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes and let it set before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 24g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.