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Deliciously Simple Valentine's Day Cupcakes for Two

Deliciously Simple Valentine's Day Cupcakes for Two

Delight in these Deliciously Simple Valentine's Day Cupcakes for Two, perfect for sweet celebrations with loved ones.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 6 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 151
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter softened
  • 87 grams granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg white
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 60 grams all-purpose flour divided
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup milk plus 1 TBSP
Frosting
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tablespoon heavy cream to reach desired consistency
  • a teeny pinch fine salt

Equipment

  • cupcake pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the cupcake pan.
  2. In a bowl, cream together 3 tablespoon of softened unsalted butter and 87 grams of granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add 1 large egg white and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing well.
  4. In another bowl, combine 60 grams of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ⅛ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
  6. Stir in ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth.
  7. Pour the batter into the cupcake pan, filling each liner about ⅔ full.
  8. Bake for 16 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Allow cooling before frosting.
Frosting Preparation
  1. For frosting, beat ½ cup of softened unsalted butter with 1 ½ cup of powdered sugar until fluffy.
  2. Mix in ½ teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and add 1-2 tablespoon of heavy cream to reach desired consistency.
  3. Frost the cooled cupcakes and add decorations if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 6g

Notes

Consider swapping vanilla for almond extract or adding chocolate chips for extra flavor options.

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