Fairy Cake Recipe

Fairy cakes are a type of small, round cake that is typically served at parties or other special occasions. They are made with a simple batter that is baked in muffin tins. Fairy cakes are often decorated with frosting, sprinkles, or other edible decorations.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 24 mini muffin cups.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let cool completely before frosting.

Frosting

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. In a medium bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Frost the cooled fairy cakes.
3. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired.

FAQ

Q: How do make fairy cakes gluten-free?

A: To make fairy cakes gluten-free, simply use a gluten-free flour blend in place of the all-purpose flour.

Q: How do make fairy cakes dairy-free?

A: To make fairy cakes dairy-free, simply use a dairy-free milk and butter in place of the regular milk and butter.

Q: How do make fairy cakes vegan?

A: To make fairy cakes vegan, simply use a vegan butter and milk in place of the regular butter and milk. You can also use a vegan egg replacer in place of the egg.

Q: How do make fairy cakes ahead of time?

A: You can make fairy cakes ahead of time and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Q: How do freeze fairy cakes?

A: You can freeze fairy cakes for up to 3 months. To freeze them, simply wrap them individually in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer bag. When you are ready to eat them, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then frost them.

Pros of Fairy Cakes

• They are small and easy to eat.
• They are relatively inexpensive to make.
• They are very versatile and can be customized with different flavors, frostings, and decorations.
• They are perfect for parties, birthdays, and other special occasions.

Tips for Making Fairy Cakes

• Use a good quality cake flour.
• Don’t overmix the batter.
• Bake the fairy cakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let the fairy cakes