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cupcake recipes

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Spiced Courgette Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

September 13, 2020 by Elizabeth

Use up some of that end-of-summer courgette glut with this light and fluffy spiced courgette cupcake recipe topped with cream cheese frosting. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Difficulty: Easy Spiced courgette cupcakes – rainy-day baking With these shorter, colder days and the return of the seasonal rain and gales, I’m all about comfort …

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A Selection of Cupcakes for Afternoon Tea.

One Batter, 12 Flavours: The Ultimate Cupcake Recipe

September 30, 2016 by Elizabeth

Unleash your creativity with this versatile ultimate cupcake recipe! Start with a basic batter and transform each cupcake into a unique flavour sensation. Each cupcake is a delightful surprise, from zesty lemon to gin and tonic to rich chocolate. Perfect for parties or just because you deserve a treat! Decorating Time: 1 hour Cooking Time: …

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Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes

Easy Chocolate Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

April 30, 2016 by Elizabeth

These easy chocolate cupcakes with vanilla buttercream blend rich chocolate flavour and smooth, creamy sweetness. The moist chocolate base pairs perfectly with the light, vanilla-infused buttercream topping, creating a balanced and satisfying treat for dessert lovers. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Difficulty: Easy This is my children’s favourite cupcake recipe. They are …

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Dark Chocolate & Bourbon Vanilla Steampunk Cupcakes

Dark Chocolate & Bourbon Vanilla Swirl Steampunk Cupcakes

January 12, 2016 by Elizabeth

Step into my whimsical world with these steampunk-inspired chocolate and vanilla swirl cupcakes. They feature a chocolate and vanilla swirl cake base topped with a tower of bourbon vanilla buttercream frosting. To finish, dark chocolate steampunk cogs and gears; perfect for any steampunk gathering. Prep & Decorating Time: 1 hour Cooking Time: 25 minutes Difficulty: …

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