Saturday, April 20, 2024

Small Batch Yellow Cupcakes

Small Batch Yellow Cupcakes

Husband liked them. I thought they were okay. Not sure I like them enough to make again. 

INGREDIENTS

  • Tbsp salted butter softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • pinch of salt
  • 2 Tbsp sour cream
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour

Buttercream

  • 1/4 cup salted butter softened
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 1 1/2 -2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1-2 Tbsp cream or milk

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cream butter and sugar together in a bowl. Mix until light and fluffy.
  • Add in egg and extracts. Can use all vanilla if you prefer.
  • Add in sour cream and mix to combine.
  • Add in flour, salt and baking powder, stir just until combined.
  • Use a 1/3 cup scoop and fill a muffin tin 2/3 full. I prefer to use a cupcake liner. If not, be sure and spray the muffin tin with baking spray.
  • Bake for 19-21 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Buttercream Frosting.

  • Cream butter and add in extract.
  • Add in powdered sugar and enough milk or cream to make a nice spreading consistency.

TIPS & NOTES:

    • With small batch baking be sure and very accurate with your measuring. A little bit too much or too little can make a difference.
    • Don’t overmix. There isn’t a lot of batter so overmixing it can make for a tough cupcake. Mix just until dry ingredients are incorporated.
    • These cupcakes do not need to be store in the refrigerator but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 5-7 days Be sure to store in a deep container so it doesn’t smash your frosting.

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