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Temptation in miniature: Mastering delicate cupcakes

Capcakes are small culinary works of art that delight the eye and the gastronomic experience. These small desserts can create a festive mood and give joy. In this article, we will tell you about a variety of recipes for making capcakes – from classic vanilla ones to exotic fruit variations.

Contents:

1. Classic vanilla cupcakes

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • 1 ½ tsp. baking powder
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • ½ cup butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk

Preparation:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare a paper-topped cupcake mold.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the butter with the sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating each until fully combined.
  5. Pour in the vanilla extract and milk, continuing to whisk the mixture.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing thoroughly.
  7. Pour the batter into the cupcake molds, filling the cases halfway.
  8. Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes until the crust is golden. Check for doneness with a toothpick – it should come out dry.

2. Raspberry Swirl Capcakes with Berries and Cream

Ingredients:

For the cupcakes:
  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • 1 ½ tsp. baking powder
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • ½ cup butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries or other berries
For the cream:
  • 200 g mascarpone
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 150 ml cream 33%
  • Fresh berries for decoration

Preparation:

  1. Prepare the cupcakes following the instructions in part one.
  2. For the cream: Beat the mascarpone with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk cream until peaks form. Gradually add the cream to the mascarpone, mixing gently.
  4. Cool the cupcakes, then remove the center portion from each cupcake using a knife or dredging spoon.
  5. Fill each cupcake with cream, then decorate with fresh berries.

Conclusion:

Capcakes are small treats with big flavor. They are suitable for both everyday treats and special moments. Following the recipes from this article, you will be able to please yourself, your family and friends with delicious capcakes created with your own hands. Give yourself a moment of pleasure and enjoy the play of flavors and aromas in each tiny piece of happiness.