Indulge in the delightful world of single-serving treats with our curated collection of cake in a cup mix cupcake recipes. These bite-sized wonders are not only effortless to make but also offer a variety of flavors to satisfy every sweet craving. From classic vanilla to decadent chocolate, tangy lemon to indulgent cookies and cream, our recipes cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a moist, fluffy, and flavorful cupcake that bakes to perfection in a matter of minutes. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes guarantee a delightful and mess-free baking experience. Let's dive into the sweetness and embrace the joy of creating individual-sized cakes that bring a smile to every face.
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CAKE IN A CUP MIX - CUPCAKES
Great for college students or seniors--a sweet treat anytime. Try different flavors of mixes. Use large ceramic mugs with a design to fit the occasion.
Provided by Donna M.
Categories Dessert
Time 32m
Yield 8-9 cakes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place dry cake mix and pudding mix in a large mixing bowl and stir well to blend.
- Measure out 1/2 cup portions and place each in a plastic sandwich bag with a tie closure.
- Tuck each bag in a large ceramic mug that will hold at least 1 1/2 cups of water.
- Because the cake is microwaved, be sure the cup does not have any metallic decoration on it.
- Place 1/3 cup of powdered sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of powdered creamer or hot cocoa mix into additional sandwich bags; secure with a tie and attach to cake mix bag, labeling as glaze mix.
- Attach the following directions to each mug of mix: Generously spray inside of coffee mug with non-stick vegetable spray. Empty contents of cake mix bag into mug and add one egg white, one tablespoon oil and one tablespoon water. Mix until well blended. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. While cake is baking, place glaze mix into a small bowl and add 1 1/2 teaspoons water; mix well. When cake is done, pour glaze over cake in the cup and enjoy while warm.
PERFECT CAKE-MIX CUPCAKES
This is a wonderful firm cupcake developed to withstand the heavier cupcake decorations. Any cake mix will work, but avoid those that include pudding in the mix.-Karen Tack, Riverside, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Beat on low speed until moistened; increase speed to high and beat 2 minutes longer., Spoon half of the batter into a large resealable plastic bag; cut a 1/4-in. hole in corner of bag. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Repeat with the remaining batter. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Frost and decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SOUR CREAM CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES
Sour cream adds rich flavor and tender texture to these classic chocolate cupcakes. ...MORE+ LESS-
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line 36 regular-size muffin cups with paper baking cups. In large bowl, beat all cupcake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high speed 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each 1/2 full.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pan; place on cooling rack. Cool completely.
- In medium bowl, beat all frosting ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and spreadable. If necessary, stir in additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time. Spread frosting over cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : @id https, Calories 240, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 160 mg
CUPCAKE RECIPE
Bake these easy vanilla cupcakes in just 35 minutes. Perfect for birthdays, picnics or whenever you fancy a sweet treat, they're sure to be a crowd-pleaser
Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and fill a 12 cupcake tray with cases.
- Using an electric whisk beat 110g softened butter and 110g golden caster sugar together until pale and fluffy then whisk in 2 large eggs, one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition.
- Add ½ tsp vanilla extract, 110g self-raising flour and a pinch of salt, whisk until just combined then spoon the mixture into the cupcake cases.
- Bake for 15 mins until golden brown and a skewer inserted into the middle of each cake comes out clean. Leave to cool completely on a wire rack.
- To make the buttercream, whisk 150g softened butter until super soft then add 300g icing sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Whisk together until smooth (start off slowly to avoid an icing sugar cloud) then beat in 3 tbsp milk.
- If wanting to colour, stir in the food colouring now. Spoon or pipe onto the cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 19 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 41 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 34 grams sugar, Fiber 0.4 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use a large mug or cup to ensure the batter has enough room to rise.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cupcake.
- Microwave the cupcake in 30-second intervals, checking for doneness each time.
- If the cupcake is not done after 2 minutes, continue to microwave in 15-second intervals until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcake cool for a few minutes before frosting or decorating.
Conclusion:
With a few simple ingredients and a microwave, you can easily make a delicious and satisfying single-serving cupcake in a cup. This method is perfect for those times when you want a sweet treat without the hassle of baking an entire cake. Get creative and experiment with different flavors and toppings to create your own unique cupcake recipes.
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