Best 3 Homemade Cupcakes Recipes
Cupcakes, those delectable treats that bring a smile to faces and warmth to hearts, hold a special place in the culinary world. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply seeking a sweet indulgence, homemade cupcakes offer a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the art of creating these bite-sized masterpieces, uncovering the secrets to crafting moist, fluffy cupcakes that are both visually appealing and irresistibly delicious. Let's dive into the world of homemade cupcakes and discover the perfect recipe to suit your unique preferences and dietary needs.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
THE BEST HOMEMADE CUPCAKES
After trying and tweaking multiple recipes, I've created one that works beautifully. These are super moist, delicious homemade cupcakes. Top with your favorite frosting and enjoy! Our children devour these, even without icing!
Provided by OzGal
Categories Desserts Cakes Yellow Cake Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line two 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners.
- Combine sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Whisk eggs together in a second bowl for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Beat milk, oil, and vanilla extract together in another large bowl with an electric mixer on low speed until incorporated. Add the flour mixture in increments, making sure it mixes in well. Fold in eggs. Scoop batter into the prepared muffin cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 127 mg, Sugar 17.5 g
HOMEMADE YELLOW CUPCAKES
Just a simple yellow cupcake recipe from scratch that anybody can make. A sour cream or lemon type frosting is best on these jewels.
Provided by thegrindre
Categories Desserts Cakes Yellow Cake Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl until well blended.
- Combine sugar and butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla extract; beat until combined, about 2 minutes. Pour into the flour mixture and beat, while adding milk, until just blended. Don't overmix. Fill the prepared muffin cups with batter, 2/3 to 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 104.8 mg, Sugar 11.5 g
STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI CUPCAKES (SEMI-HOMEMADE)
This is my take on a super easy semi-homemade recipe from Dierberg's Everybody Cooks June 2008 issue. Perfect for a summery luncheon, a bridal shower, a baby (girl) shower, or a get-together with the girls!
Provided by januarybride
Categories Dessert
Time 27m
Yield 24 cupcake, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 2 cup glass measuring cup, combine lime peel and juice with rum; add water to bring liquid up to 1 1/4 cups.
- Beat cake mix, lime/rum/water mixture, apple sauce and eggs in large bowl on low speed for 30 seconds, then on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Line 24 muffin cups with paper baking cups.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling about 2/3 full.
- Bake in 350 degree oven 15-17 minutes (until a wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out clean).
- Remove cupcakes from pans immediately, place on wire racks and cool completely.
- Pipe/spread cool whip or frosting on top of cupcakes.
- Garnish each with a quarter of a strawberry and a little grated lime peel.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.9, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 10, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.8
Tips:
- Choose the Right Ingredients: Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before mixing them together, as this will help them emulsify properly.
- Measure Accurately: Use a kitchen scale to measure your ingredients for the most precise results. This is especially important for baking, as even small changes in measurements can affect the final product.
- Mix Properly: Be careful not to overmix your batter. Overmixing can make your cupcakes tough and dense. Mix just until the ingredients are well combined.
- Fill Your Cupcake Liners Properly: Fill your cupcake liners about 2/3 full. This will help them rise evenly and prevent them from overflowing.
- Bake at the Right Temperature: Bake your cupcakes at the temperature specified in the recipe. Baking them at too high a temperature can cause them to dry out or burn, while baking them at too low a temperature can make them undercooked.
- Let Them Cool Completely: Allow your cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly and prevent it from melting.
- Store Them Properly: Store your cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
With these tips in mind, you're sure to bake delicious and beautiful cupcakes that will impress your friends and family. So what are you waiting for? Start baking!
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