Cupcakes are a must-bake delightful treat in any kitchen. They are perfect for morning breakfast, afternoon snacks, birthday treats or whenever you need a sweet pick-me-up. They can be enjoyed plain or dressed up with frosting and other decorations. These tiny cakes are very simple to make and require just a few ingredients and basic baking tools. The recipe is easy to follow especially for beginner bakers. So gather your baking supplies and let’s get baking!
Why you will love these basic cupcakes
If you have never tried baking cupcakes, then you are missing out. There are many reasons to love these tiny creations, and it is not just about their deliciousness! Here is a rundown of the top reasons why these tiny creations should hold a special place in your heart:
- These basic cupcakes are easy to make. Baking these cupcakes is easy especially so for beginner bakers. Additionally, the recipe requires minimal ingredients and tools, making it easy for beginner bakers.
- The steps involved in the recipe are easy to follow even for beginner bakers. Moreover, they are usually quick to prepare, making them perfect for last-minute baking needs.
- These tiny creations are versatile to the core. The basic recipe serves as a blank canvas but you can customize it with various flavors, fillings, and frostings to suit any occasion or preference.
How to make basic cupcakes
Here is a basic cupcake recipe to help you make these mini creations:
Ingredients:
- Butter, softened, 1/2 cup
- Fine sugar, 1/2 cup
- Eggs, beaten, 2
- Self-rising flour, 1 cup
Instructions:
- Pre-heat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Line shallow muffin pan with paper liners
- Place the butter and sugar in a large bowl and cream together using an electric mixer. The mixture should turn pale and fluffy when done, this will take about 6-8 minutes.
- Gradually add the two eggs to the mixture, beating well after each addition
- Fold n the self-rising flour lightly and evenly using a spatula. Make sure that you do not over mix.
- Spoon the batter into lined cups upto 3/4 of each cup.
- Bake in a preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can frost or decorate to your preference and serve.
Basic cupcakes: a beginner recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter softened
- ½ cup fine sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup Self-rising flour
Instructions
Step 1: preparations
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- Line a shallow muffin pan with cupcake liners
Step 2: Mix
- Place the butter and sugar in a large bowl and cream together using an electric mixer. The mixture should turn pale and fluffy when done, this will take about 6-8 minutes.
- Gradually add the two eggs to the mixture, beating well after each addition
- Fold in the self-rising flour lightly and evenly using a spatula. Make sure that you do not over mix.
Step 3: Bake
- Spoon the batter into lined cups upto 3/4 of each cup.
- Bake in a preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes
Step 4: cool & serve
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can frost or decorate to your preference and serve.
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Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
16 servings per container
Calories100.05
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Total Fat
6.14g
10%
- Sodium 101.62mg 5%
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Potassium 18.9mg 1%
- Total Carbohydrate
9.73g
4%
- Sugars 3.81g
- Protein 1.52g 4%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
