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“Parade” Cupcakes
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…
Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes recipes
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…
Strawberry Patch Pull-Apart Cupcakes
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
Sombrero Cupcake
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Blueberry Ginger Cupcakes with Honeyed Mascarpone Frosting
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Chocolate Cupcakes with Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting
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
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Vanilla Cupcakes with Vanilla Bean Frosting
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…
Chocolate-Beet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
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
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Pumpkin Cupcakes With Maple Buttercream Frosting
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Boston Terrier Cupcakes
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
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Mediterranean Tuna Cakes with Citrus Mayonnaise
Ingredients:Mayonnaise:2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise1 tablespoon fat-free milk1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind1 tablespoon fresh lime juice1/8 teaspoon ground cuminTuna cakes:3/4 pound tuna steaks, finely chopped3/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried mint1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 tablespoon fat-free mayonnaise1 teaspoon lemon juice1/8…
Warm Chocolate Soufflé Cakes with Raspberry Sauce
Ingredients:Sauce:2/3 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup fresh orange juice1 (12-ounce) package frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawedCakes:Cooking spray2 tablespoons granulated sugar3/4 cup fat-free milk1/4 cup half-and-half2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided1/4 cup butter, softened3 large egg yolks1/4 cup all-purpose flour (about 1 ounce)1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar5 large…
Creole Cakes with Sweet and Spicy Rémoulade Sauce
Ingredients:Sauce:1/3 cup plain fat-free yogurt2 tablespoons minced green onions2 tablespoons light mayonnaise1 tablespoon Creole mustard1 tablespoon sweet pickle relishDash of garlic powderDash of ground red pepperCakes:2 (1-ounce) slices white bread3 cups chopped cooked turkey breast1/3 cup minced green onions1/4 cup light mayonnaise1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning2 large egg whites1 teaspoon vegetable oilCooking spray
Potato Cod Cakes with Dijon Tartar Sauce
Ingredients:Sauce:1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise3 tablespoons finely chopped onion3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice4 teaspoons Dijon mustardCakes:1 cup cubed peeled baking potato1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper2 large eggs,…
Crab Cakes with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
Ingredients:Crab cakes:1/4 cup chopped fresh chives1 tablespoon canola mayonnaise1 teaspoon grated lemon rind1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 large egg, lightly beaten2/3 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)1 pound lump crabmeat, shell pieces removed3 tablespoons canola oil, dividedDressing:1/3 cup whole buttermilk1 tablespoon canola mayonnaise1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1…
Louisiana Crab Cakes with Creole Tartar Sauce
Ingredients:Tartar sauce:1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed1 teaspoon Creole mustard1/4 teaspoon salt-free Cajun-Creole seasoning (such as The Spice Hunter)1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco)Crab cakes:4 (1-ounce) slices white bread1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon fresh lemon…
Chocolate Lava Cakes
Catherine Sears Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Yields: 1 serving Total Time: 2 hours 30 mins 1/4 c. heavy cream 6 oz. 60-72% cacao bittersweet chocolate chips, divided 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter or trans-free margarine 2 large eggs 2 large egg yolks 1/3 c. splenda or other granular sugar substitute 1 tsp. vanilla extract…
Ice Cream Cone Cakes Recipe
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees for regular pans and 325 degrees for nonstick pans. In 24-cup muffin tin, place 24 paper baking cups. Make the cake batter as directed on the box. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, about 2/3 full. Place an ice cream cone upside down on the batter in…
Mini Cassata Cakes
Ingredients:1 cup fresh ricotta2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon amaretto liqueur2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped3 tablespoons granulated sugar1 tablespoon unsalted butterFinely grated orange zest, for garnish2 tablespoons candied orange peel, finely chopped (available at candy shops and at specialty food shops)1 pound cake, sliced 1/2 inch thick and cut into twelve 2 1/2-inch rounds with…
Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
Ingredients:COOKIES:3/4 cup sugar1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt15 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into cubesFILLING:8 tablespoons unsalted butterPinch of salt2 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, siftedRed food coloring
Easter Egg Cookies
Ingredients:Cookies:1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (about 6 1/2 ounces)1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 large eggIcing:2 cups powdered sugar3 tablespoons fat-free milk1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractFood coloring (optional)