Piece of Cake: Quick & Easy Cupcake Recipe That’s a Hit for the Holidays

Everybody likes cupcakes. What’s not to like? They’re soft, moist, and you can decorate them however you want. Personally, decorating cupcakes is one of the best parts of getting them ready. It’s like arts and crafts that you can eat – win, win!

They’re great to have as snacks in the house and when it’s the season with numerous bake sales and holiday fairs, cupcakes are a fun and easy way to wow the crowd.

For a super fast and simple cupcake recipe, we consulted Chef Lily Zhang, Executive Pastry Chef of Theatre Tea. They not only carry a wide selection of classic and fruit tea blends but under Chef Zhang’s guidance, they’ve created chic and creative desserts that are delicious and beautiful. Her simple holiday cupcake recipe is great for a fun afternoon of bonding in the kitchen.

While I stick to the classic one-color frosting with sprinkles on top, Chef Zhang ups the game with a few holiday decoration ideas that are still relatively easy to DIY at home.

Check out her easy Christmas tree, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and little snow man-made of strawberries. According to her, it’s all about practicing keeping your hands steady with a piping bag.

Ingredients

• 5 eggs
• 180 grams sugar
• 2.4 grams salt
• 2 grams vanilla extract
• 72 grams light cream
• 72 grams butter
• 144 grams cake mix
• 2.5 grams baking powder

Instructions

1. Combine eggs and sugar together in a large bowl and whisk.
2. Add in the vanilla extract and salt. Continue to mix the ingredients.
3. Pour in the light cream and melted butter and continue to mix the ingredients.
4. Add in the cake mix and baking powder and mix well.
5. Transfer your cake batter into a piping bag. (optional)
6. Fill the cupcake tins about 80 percent.
7. Preheat your oven to 175 degrees C and bake for 20 minutes.
8. When your cupcake is ready, let cool before you decorate.

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