LAVENDER CUPCAKES

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The lavender in these cupcakes is understated yet elegant and thoroughly unique. If the frosting part of the recipe does not appeal to you, you may substitute your favorite buttercream frosting instead.

Provided by Shannon Cooks

Categories     Dessert

Time 48m

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon dried lavender flowers
1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
2 eggs
1 cup self-rising flour
2 tablespoons milk
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 egg white
lilac food coloring
12 sprigs of fresh lavender (optional)

Steps:

  • CUPCAKES:.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F; line a 12 count muffin pan with paper liners.
  • Put the sugar and lavender flowers in a food processor. Process briefly to combine.
  • Tip the lavender sugar into a bowl with the butter and beat together until pale and fluffy.
  • Beat the eggs into the butter mixture, one at a time, then sift in the flour and fold gently. Stir in the milk, then spoon the mixture into the muffin cups.
  • Bake for about 18 minutes until risen and golden and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  • DECORATING:.
  • To decorate, gradually beat the confectioners' sugar into the egg white in a bowl, then add a few drops of food coloring and stir to achieve a lavender-colored icing.
  • Spoon the icing over the cupcakes, then top each one with a sprig of fresh lavender or candy sprinkles. Let set before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.3, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 51.7, Sodium 217.8, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 23.1, Protein 2.5

Md:Mostafa Shekh
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These cupcakes are perfect for a special occasion. They're beautiful and delicious.


Marjan Ahmed
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I love the idea of lavender cupcakes, but I found the flavor to be a bit too overpowering. I might try using less extract next time.


Arman Baloch
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These cupcakes are a lot of work, but they're worth it! They're so delicious and beautiful.


Lubega Peter
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my cupcakes didn't turn out as fluffy as I expected. They're still tasty, though.


RN Kshetri
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I had a hard time finding lavender extract, but it was worth the effort! These cupcakes are amazing.


Blanca Elias
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These cupcakes are a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. The lavender flavor is really nice.


Mehru Mughal
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I've made these cupcakes several times now and they're always a hit! They're the perfect balance of sweet and floral. I highly recommend them.


Damian Goodby
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These cupcakes are so easy to make and they always turn out perfect! I love that I can always count on them to be a hit.


silas sammy makokha
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I made these cupcakes for my daughter's birthday party and they were a huge success! The kids loved the lavender flavor and the adults loved the elegant look of them.


Sandra Seretlo
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These cupcakes are beautiful and delicious! I love the purple color of the frosting. They're perfect for a spring or summer party.


Md Deloar Hossen
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I'm not usually a fan of lavender, but these cupcakes changed my mind! The flavor is so light and refreshing. I'll definitely be making these again.


Faith Fossett
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These cupcakes were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the lavender flavor. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Renu Akhter
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I love the unique flavor of these cupcakes! The lavender gives them a really delicate and floral taste. They're perfect for a special occasion.


B fit Channel
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These cupcakes are absolutely divine! The lavender flavor is subtle and elegant, and the frosting is perfectly sweet and creamy. I would definitely make these again.