Cupcakes donât have to be perfect to be delicious and appealing to the eye. Sometimes, a simple cupcake with a sprinkle of confectioners' sugar is all it takes to create something truly delightful. The most important part is to have fun in the process and share the joy with others. Whether youâre going for something elaborate or keeping it simple, these tips will help you create cupcakes that are both yummy and beautiful.
Tips for Baking Cupcakes.
Once youâve added the flour, mix just until combined. Over mixing can lead to dense, tough cupcakes instead of light, airy ones.
If you're short on time, use a mix as your base. Our Universal Cake Mix is perfect for thisâit can be customised by adding different flavours, such as vanilla, almond, and strawberry, to create unique cupcakes in a snap.
For uniform cupcakes, use a cookie scoop or ice cream scoop to portion the batter into the cupcake liners. This ensures each cupcake bakes evenly.
Fill your cupcake liners about two-thirds full. Overfilling can cause the batter to overflow, resulting in flat or uneven cupcakes.
Place your cupcake tray in the centre of a pre-warmed oven for the most even baking. If you're baking multiple trays, rotate them halfway through the baking time.
To avoid over baking, check your cupcakes a few minutes before the suggested time. Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, they're done!
Allow your cupcakes to cool completely before frosting. If the cupcakes are too warm, the frosting will melt and slide off.
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Tips for Decorating Cupcakes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups (240g) icing sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2-3 tablespoons (30-45ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food colouring- add a few drops to colour the icingÂ
In a bowl, combine the icing sugar and butter. Add the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of milk. Beat until smooth and creamy. Add more milk, a little at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
For an even quicker option, you can use Nutella as icing! Simply spread it on top of your cooled cupcakes for a deliciously rich and chocolatey finish or buy a premade icing.
For a polished look, use a piping bag with a star tip to swirl frosting onto your cupcakes. If you donât have a piping bag, you can use a ziplock bag with the corner snipped off.Â
Decorate your cupcakes with fun toppings like sprinkles, coloured sugar, chocolate shavings, candy, edible glitter, and cookies (whole or crumbled up). You can also add fresh or dried fruit, coconut flakes, , nuts, or even edible flowers (fresh or dried) for a beautiful touch. Try a drizzle of chocolate, caramel or your favourite jam over the topping.Â
Store your cupcakes in an airtight container to keep them fresh. If you need to store them longer, they can be frozen for up to three monthsâjust frost them after thawing!
