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Cupcake for 2

INGREDIENTS: 

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For the cupcake:

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  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 

  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/8 tsp salt

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp + a drop of pure vanilla extract

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted (slightly cooled)

  • 1/4 cup milk 

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For the Frosting:

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  • 3 1/2 tbsp butter

  • 4tbsp cream cheese (room temperature)

  • 2tsp Strawberry extract 

  • 1tsp (or more) cinnamon powder

  • A pinch of salt

  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar + additional 1/3 (ONLY if you want stiffer frosting)

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INSTRUCTIONS:

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For the cupcakes:

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1. Preheat the over to 350 degrees F.

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2. Beat together the egg and sugar until well combined using a whisk. 

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3. Then add the vanilla extract and melted butter and mix it in for another 30 seconds or until well combined. 

 

4. In a small bowl combine the flour, baking powder and salt. ​

 

5. Mix half the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. (Be sure to not over-mix)

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6. Add in the milk and then the remaining dry ingredients. (Be sure to not over-mix)

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7. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. This should make around 4-5 servings! 

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For the Frosting:

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1. Mix the butter and cream cheese until well combined.

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2. Add in the remaining ingredients and keep mixing until smooth and well combined then put it in a zip-lock bag (yes this can be used as a piping bag!) or a piping bag and frost your cupcakes! 


3. Top with anything you like - sprinkles, chocolate, fruits, crumble, cereal and more! 

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4. Enjoy your cupcakes before the heat melts your frosting!

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Kitchen Tips:

Tip 1

Do not over mix. This will create a dense muffin.

Tip 2

Use a glass/cup to support your ziplock bag when filling the frosting into one corner of the ziplock bag.

Recipe for 

     TWO

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