Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Cupcakes
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Prepare the Frosting
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well until combined.
- Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until light and fluffy.
- For chocolate frosting, mix in the cocoa powder until well incorporated.
Decorate the Cupcakes
- Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost each cupcake generously with the prepared frosting.
- Decorate with edible glitter, chocolate shavings, and fresh berries as desired.
Nutrition
Notes
These gourmet cupcakes can be customized with different flavors and decorations to suit any occasion.