Birthday Fairy Cakes Recipe
Ingredients
When it comes to baking a simple yet delicious treat for a birthday celebration, it doesn’t get much better than fairy cakes. This recipe is for a batch of 12 fairy cakes that are sure to be a hit. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 110g of butter
- 110g of caster sugar
- 2 eggs
- 110g of self-raising flour
- 2 tablespoons of milk
- A pinch of salt
- A few drops of vanilla extract
- Sprinkles, food colouring, and other decorations (optional)
- 12 paper cake cases
Instructions
Let’s get started! Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan-assisted, or 350°F). Line a 12-hole muffin tin with the paper cases - this is essential to ensure the cakes don’t stick to the tin once cooked.
Cream the butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl a few times as you go. Crack the eggs into the bowl and beat until they are fully incorporated. Sift in the flour and salt, and mix until the ingredients have formed a soft batter.
Stir in the milk and vanilla extract, then divide the mixture evenly between the 12 paper cases. Place the tin in the centre of the oven and bake for around 15 minutes, until the cakes are golden brown and an inserted skewer comes out clean.
Now for the fun part! Take the cakes out of the oven and leave them to cool for about 10 minutes. Once cooled, you can decorate the cakes any way you choose. Sprinkles, food colouring, and other decorations are all great options.
Nutrition
Fairy cakes are a delicious snack, but they can also be quite calorific. Per cake, this recipe contains around 131 calories. There’s also 8.5g of fat, 14.7g of carbohydrates, 1.5g of sugar, and 1.5g of protein.
The calorie and fat content of fairy cakes can be easily reduced by using a low-fat spread instead of butter, and replacing the sugar with a low-calorie alternative. If you’re looking for a healthier option, you could also bake the cakes without the decorations.
Fairy cakes are best enjoyed within a day or two of baking. If you’re not planning on eating them all in one go, you can wrap them in cling film and store them in an airtight container in the fridge.
Conclusion
Fairy cakes are a great option for a birthday treat, and this recipe is sure to be a hit. With a few simple steps and ingredients, you can bake a batch of delicious cakes that can be decorated any way you like. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just for a snack, these fairy cakes are sure to satisfy.
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