Holiday CupcakeRecipe
Hi guys recipe time!!!! Iโve never dropped one before omg (I just use ones online) this is a Vanilla cupcake base filled with white chocolate ganache, topped with vanilla cream cheese frosting!
I used Natashaโs kitchen vanilla cupcake base!
Ingredients:
1 1/4 cups AP flour
1 1/4 TSP baking powder
Pinch of salt ( I donโt measure)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 buttermilk
About 1 TBS vanilla extract!!!!
-preheat oven to 350 degrees
-combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl
-cream butter and sugar together for about 5 minutes!!! Itโll be a pale color and look soft
-This is what I prefer to do! Add the vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture BEFORE the eggs! After the vanilla is combined, beat in the eggs one at a time!
- Take turns mixing in the buttermilk and flour mixture
-I only bake for about 12-14 minutes! However, Iโd check on them after the 12 minute mark and see how much longer they need.
Frosting:
8oz cream cheese
1/2 butter
3-4 cups of powdered sugar (depends on how sweet youโd like it!)
1 TBS vanilla to taste
2-4TBS of heavy whipping cream!!!
-Beat the cream cheese for about 1 minute before adding the butter! Then cream them together until smooth
-Add the vanilla and mix
-Slowly add 1/2 cup of powdered sugar at a time! Keep tasting it to find the level of sweetness you like.
-I like to add a little bit of heavy whipping cream! This is usually for buttercreams, but I like the bit of softness it gives to cream cheese frosting too!!!
Ganache:
Iโll be honest I donโt measure these!!! I do about 1/2 of white chocolate chips and put them in a bowl, and put about 1/2 carton of heavy whipping cream on high heat until it starts to bubble. Pour it over the chocolate and mix!
Hollow out the cupcakes, spoon in or pipe the filling, top with frosting raspberries and mint or rosemary!! And voila!!!!
Cupcakes are a festive favorite, especially during the holidays. This recipe not only features a light and fluffy vanilla base but is enhanced with a luscious white chocolate ganache for a decadent surprise inside. Adding the right amount of sweetness to your cream cheese frosting makes it a perfect balance to the rich ganache. To elevate your baking skills, consider experimenting with different flavors in your frosting or ganache. A touch of peppermint extract can bring a seasonal twist that pairs perfectly with the vanilla. You can even decorate your cupcakes with edible glitter or seasonal sprinkles to add a festive touch. Baking times can vary, so it's crucial to keep an eye on your cupcakes after the 12-minute mark. A toothpick test can help you ensure they are perfectly baked. This delightful treat is sure to become a staple on your holiday dessert table. Whether you're preparing for a party or a family gathering, these cupcakes will surely be the hit of the season!
Thank you for sharing your recipe, they look delicious ๐