Cupcakes Recipes

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Ingredients:Cupcakes:Cooking spray4.5 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1 cup)1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided1/2 cup mashed ripe banana1/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 large eggs1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurtFrosting:1/2 cup (4 ounces) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 3/4 cups powdered sugar, sifted2 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts, toasted…

This classic dessert is even cuter and easier to enjoy in cupcake form. Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Cal/Serv: 402 Yields: 12 Prep Time: 0 hours 30 mins Total Time: 1 hour 30 mins 2 tbsp. cornstarch 3 tbsp. granulated sugar tsp. Kosher salt 1 1/2 c. whole milk 1 c. heavy cream 4 large…

Ingredients:1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 1/2 tsp. baking powder1/4 tsp. salt3/4 cup sugar6 Tbs. (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 whole egg plus 1 egg white, at room temperature1 tsp. vanilla extract1/2 cup milkVanilla buttercream for frosting cupcakes (see related recipe at left)Nonpareils and colored sugars for garnish (optional)

Ingredients:2/3 cup all-purpose flour2 1/2 Tbs. unsweetened cocoa powder3/4 tsp. baking powder1/4 tsp. salt3 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped11 Tbs. unsalted butter, cut into pieces3/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. sugar3 eggs, at room temperature1 tsp. vanilla extractChocolate or vanilla buttercream for frosting cupcakesGrated chocolate for garnish (optional)

Ingredients:3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 1/4 tsp. baking powder1/4 tsp. salt1/4 cup sour cream2 Tbs. vegetable oil1/2 tsp. vanilla extract3/4 cup sugar6 Tbs. (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature2 eggs, at room temperatureVanilla buttercream for frosting cupcakes (see related recipe at left)Easter egg candies for decorating

Ingredients:For the cupcakes1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened1 1/3 cups sugar2/3 cup natural, creamy peanut butter3 large eggs1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1/2 cup sour creamFor the frosting12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, plus more for decorating3 tablespoons…

Ingredients:CUPCAKES:2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk2 tablespoons red liquid food coloring1 tablespoon white vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 1/2 cups sugar2 large eggsFROSTING:1 8-oz. package cream cheese, at room temperature1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room…

Ingredients:3 cups cake flour (not self-rising)1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature2 cups sugar5 large eggs2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract1 cup buttermilkSwiss Meringue Buttercream for Valentine Cupcakes3 1/2 ounces cinnamon candies (about 1/2 cup)Instructions:1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees with rack in center. Line jumbo…

Ingredients:3 cups cake flour, (not self-rising), sifted1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature2 cups sugar5 large eggs1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract1 teaspoon pure almond extract1 cup nonfat buttermilkCream Cheese Frosting for “Parade” Cupcakes1/2 pint blueberries, for decorating1/2 pint raspberries, for decoratingWhite sprinkles and nonpareils, for decoratingInstructions:1. Heat…

 These dairy-free Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes are the perfect summer treat. I love making this healthy dessert on the last day of school when the boys and their friends crowd into our house to celebrate. Sometimes I assemble the Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes for everyone. Other times I set up all of the components buffet…

Ingredients:24 chocolate cupcakes4 cups chocolate American buttercream1 cup ground chocolate wafer cookies (about 8 ounces)9 small fresh strawberries, with leaves attached7 store-bought or homemade fondant candy flowers8 ounces green fondantFondant creatures, for topping

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Blueberry Ginger Cupcakes with Honeyed Mascarpone Frosting Recipe | Real Simple Top Navigation Close Explore Real Simple this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.

Ingredients:Cupcakes:1 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup egg substitute1/4 cup canola oil1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (about 6 3/4 ounces)1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon instant coffee granules1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup fat-free buttermilkFrosting:1 cup powdered sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractDash of salt1 (8-ounce) block 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened

Chocolate Frosted Cupcakes Recipe | Real Simple Top Navigation Close Explore Real Simple this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.

Ingredients:Cupcakes:8 ounces cake flour (about 2 cups)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup butter, softened1 1/4 cups sugar2 large egg yolks1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup whole buttermilk3 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarBaking spray with flourFrosting:1 cup sugar1/4 cup water1/2 vanilla bean3 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon salt1/4…

Frances Janisch Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Yields: 1 serving Total Time: 0 hours 30 mins CUPCAKES: 1 1/4 C cake flour 1 C granulated sugar 1/2 C unsweetened cocoa powder 3/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. baking powder 3/4 C pureed cooked beets (plus 1 tbsp for frosting) 2 tbsp. safflower oil 1 lg…

Pumpkin-Chocolate Swirl Cupcakes With Chocolate Buttercream Recipe | Real Simple Top Navigation Close Explore Real Simple this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.

Pumpkin Cupcakes With Maple Buttercream Frosting Recipe | Real Simple Top Navigation Close Explore Real Simple this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.

Ingredients:1 cupcake with vanilla frosting2-3 chewy chocolate candies (such as Tootsie Rolls)1 fruit roll (or red/pink chewy candy such as Tootsie Rolls)3 small chocolate candies or sugar pearls or chocolate frosting1/4 cup additional vanilla frosting for decorating

Carrot Cake Cupcakes With Browned Butter Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe | Real Simple Top Navigation Close Explore Real Simple this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.

Ingredients:Cupcakes:8 ounces cake flour (about 2 cups)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa1/2 cup butter, softened1 1/4 cups sugar2 large egg yolks1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup whole buttermilk1 (1-ounce) bottle red food coloring3 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartarBaking spray with flourFrosting:3 tablespoons butter1 (8-ounce) block 1/3-less-fat cream cheese2…

Ingredients:Cupcakes:1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 cup sugar3 tablespoons orange zest2 large eggs, at room temperature1/2 cup buttermilk2 tablespoons orange juiceFrosting:8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 tablespoons milk3 cups confectioners’ sugar, siftedPinch of…