Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing brown sugar cupcakes, masterfully complemented by a luscious brown butter glaze. These cupcakes are a symphony of flavors, featuring a moist and tender crumb infused with the rich, caramelized notes of brown sugar. The crowning glory is the irresistible glaze, a velvety cascade of browned butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and savory. Prepare to embark on a baking adventure, as we guide you through the steps of creating these delectable treats, including a classic vanilla cupcake recipe, a luscious brown butter glaze recipe, and a delightful variation using chocolate cupcakes.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
BROWN SUGAR CUPCAKES WITH BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING
From-scratch frosting-featuring the rich taste of browned butter-makes these cupcakes irresistible!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h35m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups, grease bottoms and sides of muffin cups with shortening and lightly flour, or spray with baking spray with flour.
- In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.
- In large bowl, beat 1 cup butter on medium speed 30 seconds. Gradually add granulated sugar and brown sugar, about 1/4 cup at a time, beating well after each addition, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat 2 minutes longer. Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. On low speed, alternately add flour mixture, about one-third at a time, with 2/3 cup milk, about half at a time, beating just until blended.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each with about 3 tablespoons batter or until two-thirds to three-fourths full.
- Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes. Remove cupcakes from pans; place on cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In small saucepan, heat 1/2 cup butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, until light golden brown. Cool completely. In large bowl, beat browned butter, powdered sugar and 4 tablespoons milk with electric mixer on low speed. until blended. Beat in enough remaining milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until frosting is smooth and spreadable. Frost cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 33 g, TransFat 0 g
BROWN SUGAR CUPCAKES WITH BROWN BUTTER GLAZE
Ok, so I know I don't like Martha and all, so I guess I should stop submitting her recipes. It's really her personality that grates on me, but she does have quite a few good recipes up her sleeve, and so I can't help but share when I come across one not already posted. This one is a very moist cupcake, with a nice durable frosting, which makes them great to transport. The brown sugar flavor makes them stand out from other cupcakes, and even though they are homemade, and taste like it, they are not overly difficult or time consuming to make.
Provided by berry271
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Yield 2 dozen, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Soften 2 sticks butter.
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Line muffin pan with paper liners.
- Cream 2 sticks butter and the brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, beating after each addition.
- Add buttermilk (Plain yogurt also works well) and mix well.
- Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Fill muffin cups 2/3 full and bake until golden and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
- Set cupcakes on wax paper to cool.
- When ready to frost, melt remaining stick of butter over medium heat until golden brown.
- Remove from heat and add confectioners sugar and vanilla to butter and mix. Add milk one tablespoon at a time until smooth and of your desired thickness. I like to leave it on the thick side so it doesn't run off the sides of the cupcakes, but it's up to you what you like.
- Spoon glaze over each cupcake and swirl it around.
- Let stand until glaze is set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.2, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 66.2, Sodium 189.1, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 37, Protein 3.1
BROWN SUGAR-PECAN CUPCAKES
Enjoy these delicious pecan cupcakes with brown butter frosting - a perfect dessert to be served at your next party.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h35m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 18 regular-size muffin cups.
- Spread pecans in ungreased shallow pan. Bake uncovered 6 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown; cool. Place 1/4 cup of the pecans in food processor. Cover; process until finely chopped. In small bowl, mix finely chopped pecans and the brown sugar; set aside for topping.
- In another small bowl, mix flour and baking soda; set aside. In medium bowl, beat 1/4 cup butter and the shortening with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Gradually add 3/4 cup of the granulated sugar, beating well. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste. Add flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating on low speed after each addition until blended.
- In small bowl, beat egg whites with electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form. Add remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form. Fold one-third of egg whites into batter; fold in remaining egg whites and remaining 1/2 cup toasted pecans. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling two-thirds full.
- Bake 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely.
- Meanwhile, in 1-quart heavy saucepan, cook 1/4 cup butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, until browned. Pour into large bowl; refrigerate 20 minutes. Add cream cheese to browned butter; beat with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste.
- Frost each cupcake with generous 2 tablespoons frosting. Sprinkle with reserved pecan-brown sugar mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 139 mg
BURNT BROWN SUGAR CUPCAKES WITH FROSTING
Browning the butter in both the cupcake and the icing gives thes cupcakes a lovely nutty flavor. I use Recipe #390393 to make my own self-rising flour.
Provided by invictus
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Line 12 muffin cups with 12 paper liners. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- 2. Put butter it in a small saucepan on medium heat, stirring until it turns a dark golden color. Take the pan off the heat and cool until it begins to solidy but do not put in the fridge to speed up the process. This won't take that long.
- 3. When the butter is solid but still soft place the butter into a large bowl and add brown sugar and eggs. Beat until light and fluffly, about 2 minutes. Add vanilla extract.
- 4. In another bowl sift dry ingredients. Add to the butter mixture in three parts alternating with a tablespoon of milk each time and ending with the milk. Divide batter among the paper cups, and cook for 15 - 20 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
- 5. For the frosting once again burn the butter in the same process listed above in step two. Let it cool and solidify but do not put in the fridge to speed up the process.
- 6. Once the butter is solidified but soft place in a bowl and beat it until it is light and fluffy. Add vanilla. Add the confectioners' sugar slowly alternating with the milk until you have reached desired consistency. Smear frosting on cooled cupcakes and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.5, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 76.8, Sodium 148.8, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 25.2, Protein 2.2
Tips:
- To achieve the perfect golden brown color for your cupcakes, keep a close eye on them during baking. Every oven has its own quirks, so adjust the baking time as needed.
- For a rich and flavorful glaze, use high-quality brown butter. You can make your own brown butter by simmering unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it turns a deep golden brown color and has a nutty aroma.
- If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to a measuring cup and then filling it up to the 1-cup mark with milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- These cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
These brown sugar cupcakes with brown butter glaze are a delicious and decadent treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their moist and fluffy texture, rich brown sugar flavor, and creamy glaze, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these cupcakes a try - you won't be disappointed!
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