cupcakes

So, i am entering a cupcake competition at my church on thursday and i am concerned my design plan may not work, not in sense of style, but in sense of structure so I am hoping to get an opinion so i can decide whether to go with my original design idea or if i should go with a plan B. The...

If, like me, you're seriously busy at the minute but still looking for a quick way to enjoy the Jubilee celebrations. Then why not recreate these quick and easy cupcakes for the upcoming Bank Holiday. You'll only need a few Union Jack flags, edible red white and blue sprinkles, and cupcakes of...

Here are some last-minute Father's Day cupcake toppers for you to have a go at. These are a great generic design and easy to recreate. All you'll need are some of the following equipment. Circle/Pastry Cutters Heart Cutters Letter Cutters Rolling Pin Edible Glue Icing/Fondant I used Renshaw...

If you are looking for a vibrant summer cupcake, then why not rustle up a batch of these citrus lemon curd cupcakes. All you'll need are a few yellow bits to help with the visual, and voila, your summer cupcakes will appear in no time. Now, remember less is more, so don't overload the cupcakes...

Since the knitted moulds came out, there has been an influx recently of the multitude of things you can make with them. At Christmas, we had the Bobble Hats, at Easter, we had the Gonks, and then I've also seen a variety of other lovely fondant creations appearing online. So as the saying goes...

So I have finally broken in my new oven today and made these chocolate chip cookies...lol, erm cupcakes! I made them using large eggs, with orange yolks and dark chocolate chunks. I have sussed out that standing/prepping over a new oven makes me warm, and I can burn my hand when I place the...

You'll sometimes notice that cupcakes and muffins can go stale rather quickly. Therefore to combat, the problem I've put together a few ways to enhance your bakes and keep them moister and fresher for longer. Hand mixing cupcakes - This is sometimes the best method to use as you control how...

Here is a tutorial with pictures showing you how to make moist, refreshing Carrot and Orange Cupcakes. Preheat your oven to one of the following temps: Fan assisted: 180°C Conventional Oven 190°C- 200°C Gas Mark 4 Fahrenheit - 356F Ingredients: Cupcakes 115 Grams Butter 115 Grams Light Brown...

Orange flavoured cupcakes topped with Apricot Jam and covered with icing. These were then decorated with dyed icing and decorated with cut out edible flowers. The zig-zag lines were created by the PME Wheel. True Summer delights! Cupcakes, Models, Cake Pops and More Tutorials Cupcakes...

How well does marshmallow frosting hold up to being outside of the fridge and how does it do especially after adding food coloring to it? I need to make my boys cakes but no room to put in fridge so needs to be out for several hours without falling or melting off. Plus I'm worried the coloring...

There are a few ways in which you can pipe handsfree. However, one of the quick and easy ways to do it is the following. If you place your cupcakes on a damp tea towel before piping, they will stay in place and allow you to pipe more freely. Another way to pipe handsfree is by placing your...

Here is a guide on how to create a syrup/ honey glaze topping on your freshly baked cupcakes. Ingredients/equipment. Golden Syrup or Honey 2 x Wire Racks. Freshly Baked Cupcakes Brown or Granulated Sugar (optional) Remove your ready-made cupcakes from the oven and place them on a wire rack...

School Graduation Cupcake Class Student Creations (22/06/15) Well as school is nearly out for summer we thought we would get ahead of the game and make some lovely school graduation treats. I thought this may be a good theme to do as a thank you to all the students who have worked hard...

Here is a step by step guide with pictures showing you how to make Apple Crumble Cupcakes Preheat the oven to one of the following: 180°C Fan Assisted 190-200°C Regular Oven Gas Mark 4 356F Tip: Remove your butter from the fridge at least 30 minutes before starting this recipe. :wink...

Here is a write-up and pictures of the Cosmetic Cupcake Workshop and the Student Creations. Happy New Year! Well, it was for us as this is the first workshop we have run since Christmas! It was great to be back again teaching, seeing our regular faces and a few new ones too. :D The first to...

These would make a lovely Valentine's Day gift. To make chocolate strawberries, you will need the following:- Ingredients 1 Punnet of Strawberries (Washed under cold water and then dried using kitchen towel) 100 grams Milk Chocolate 50 grams White Chocolate 50 grams Plain chocolate 1...

This graduation themed cupcake workshop is a great way of giving back and as the school's nearly out how about giving the teachers a well-deserved treat. Come and learn some new skills yourself and then teach your own children how to recreate these delightful cupcakes. Edible learning, how cool...

Tea anyone? Yes, you've guessed it we are making all things sweet in this tea party inspired decorating class. With tea, cake, and delectable afternoon treats who wouldn't want to be on this workshop. No prior experience is necessary; demonstrations and help are provided throughout along with...

Yes it's that time again when weddings are just around the corner, so if you know someone who is about to tie the knot then how about gifting them a Wedding Themed Cupcake Class. It could be a relaxing hen party treat or perhaps you could learn the skills to gift someone a box of lovely wedding...

The birds are singing the sunshine is in your hair, and there is most definitely a spring in your step. So if you fancy a tweet, then come along to our Springtime Cupcake workshop. Join in the fun, where no prior experience is necessary, demonstrations and help are provided throughout the...