Birthday Cupcakes Made Easy
Let's face it, sometimes as busy mom's and dad's we need to find short cuts now and then. So sometimes, yes, it's okay to use those store bought cake mixes. Are you with me...
Begin with your favorite cake mix brand and choose the flavor that you like. Make and bake these choosing the cupcakes option according to the box directions. These are usually pretty straight forward to follow and use minimal ingredients.
Most cake mixes will make 24 cupcakes. You can either choose to frost them or freeze some for future use if you won't need them all at once. (leave them unfrosted if you will be freezing them)
As the cupcakes are baking you can go ahead and make the frosting or icing for them unless you are using the store bought frosting.
Here is a simple recipe for Icing
Add toppings like colored sprinkles or confetti, edible pearls or gold dust, chocolate drops or any fruit topping you like.
Here are a couple of video clips that might help you out if you are new to baking or just want some extra tips.
Begin with your favorite cake mix brand and choose the flavor that you like. Make and bake these choosing the cupcakes option according to the box directions. These are usually pretty straight forward to follow and use minimal ingredients.
Most cake mixes will make 24 cupcakes. You can either choose to frost them or freeze some for future use if you won't need them all at once. (leave them unfrosted if you will be freezing them)
As the cupcakes are baking you can go ahead and make the frosting or icing for them unless you are using the store bought frosting.
Here is a simple recipe for Icing
- 1 and 1/2 cups icing sugar
- 3 tbsp. butter or margarine melted
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 to 2 tbsp. of water or milk
Add toppings like colored sprinkles or confetti, edible pearls or gold dust, chocolate drops or any fruit topping you like.
Here are a couple of video clips that might help you out if you are new to baking or just want some extra tips.
If you like to use piping tips to frost your cupcakes with different looks. Check out Everything You Need to Know About Piping Tips'
Fun Birthday Cake Ideas for Kids
There are many fun pages to view with tons of ideas for birthday cakes.
Check out these great ideas on Pinterest
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Make this decadent cake that looks like much more work that it is.
Angel Food Cake Frosted With Whipped Cream - credit Designs by Shell
- Make Angel Food Cake Mix
- Bake and cool according to package directions
- Beat whipping cream to spreadable consistency
- Frost chilled cake with whipped cream
- Grate dark chocolate over top
That's it, you're ready to serve and enjoy this easy party cake, suitable for many occasions.
