BRITISH BUTTERFLY CAKES

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A true British classic.

Provided by Matty

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 1h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup white sugar
7 tablespoons butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
¾ cup self-rising flour
4 cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup butter, softened

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease or line 20 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Beat white sugar and 7 tablespoons butter together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy; add eggs, vanilla extract, and baking powder and beat until smooth. Sift flour into creamed butter mixture until batter is smooth. Spoon 2 tablespoons batter into each muffin cup.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 15 minutes. Cool cupcakes in the tin for 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Mix confectioners' sugar and 1/2 cup butter together in a bowl until frosting is smooth; spread onto cooled cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 152.5 mg, Sugar 29.6 g

Sameer Rai
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I love the way these butterfly cakes look! They're so festive and colorful. I've made them for several parties and they're always a hit.


Hani Motion
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These butterfly cakes are a great way to use up leftover cake batter. They're also a lot of fun to make, especially with kids.


LoR
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I've made these butterfly cakes several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect size for a small snack or dessert, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Zedekiah Christopher
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These butterfly cakes are a great way to add a touch of whimsy to your next party. They're also a delicious and easy treat that everyone will love.


Wayne Murphy
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I love the way these butterfly cakes look! They're so festive and colorful. I've made them for several parties and they're always a hit.


J.Ingrid Rasegoete
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These butterfly cakes are a great way to use up leftover cake batter. They're also a lot of fun to make, especially with kids.


Renet Namisago
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I've made these butterfly cakes several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect size for a small snack or dessert, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Oghenetega Bobori
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These butterfly cakes are a great way to add a touch of whimsy to your next party. They're also a delicious and easy treat that everyone will love.


Mithun Roy
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I love the way these butterfly cakes look! They're so festive and colorful. I've made them for several parties and they're always a hit. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Zodwa Wabantu
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These butterfly cakes are the perfect way to use up leftover cake batter. I always have a bit of batter left over after I make a cake, and these butterfly cakes are a great way to use it up. They're also a lot of fun to make, especially with kids.


Brooke Price
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these butterfly cakes without any problems. The recipe is easy to follow and the cakes turned out beautifully. I'm so glad I tried this recipe!


Peter Charlie
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I made these butterfly cakes for my daughter's birthday party and they were a huge success! The kids loved them and they were the perfect size for little hands. I'll definitely be making these again for her next birthday.


Jesse McCauley
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These butterfly cakes are the perfect addition to any tea party or special occasion. They're easy to make and always a hit with my guests. I love the light and fluffy texture of the cakes and the delicate flavor of the frosting.


Lx Emon
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I was a bit skeptical about trying this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of butterfly cakes, but I was pleasantly surprised! The cakes were surprisingly light and fluffy, and the frosting was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making these a


Ch Chandarika
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I've been looking for a good butterfly cake recipe for ages, and this one is definitely a keeper! The cakes were moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness. I also love how easy they are to make. I'll definitely be maki


Dolena Khanom
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These British butterfly cakes are a delightful treat! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is light and fluffy. I especially love the delicate vanilla frosting.