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Cake Cups Recipe: Easiest Party Dessert EVER!


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

These easy cake cups are the perfect individual dessert! Soft, moist cake topped with creamy frosting and sprinkles, perfect for parties or a simple treat.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Sprinkles, for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cups cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the frosting: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Gradually add the milk and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  11. Once the cake cups are completely cool, frost them with the prepared frosting and decorate with sprinkles.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg