Honey Cupcakes (Donas Amelias)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12
Sweet and delicious Honey Cupcakes (Donas Amelias) recipe for your dessert time
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups of white cornflour
1 2/3 cups sugar
2 tablespoons honey
10 egg yolks , at room temperature
5 egg whites , beat with blender to form peaks
3 tablespoons margarine , at room temperature
3 tablespoons raisins
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
290
Sugar
38g
Fat
7.5g
Honey Cupcakes, also known as Donas Amelias, are a popular dessert in Latin American households. These cupcakes are made with white corn flour, honey, and egg yolks, giving them a light and fluffy texture and a sweet flavor. They are perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth after a meal or for a midday snack. These cupcakes also make a great addition to any party or gathering. The nutmeg and cinnamon give these cupcakes a hint of warmth and spice, making them a comforting treat for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a large bowl add corn flour, sugar, honey, egg yolks and margarine. Mix well until it forms a homogeneous dough.
3.Gently fold in the egg whites and raisins. Add the nutmeg and cinnamon, and mix gently to incorporate.
4.Pour the mixture evenly into muffin cups.
5.Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cupcakes comes out clean.
6.Let the cupcakes cool to room temperature on a wire rack.
7.Decorate with powdered sugar, cinnamon, and/or honey, as desired.

PROS

These cupcakes are delicious and sweet, perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth.

They are also simple to make and require only a few ingredients.

Honey is a natural sweetener and can help boost the immune system.

CONS

These cupcakes are not particularly healthy, as they are high in sugar and carbohydrates.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Honey is a natural sweetener that can help boost the immune system.
It also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Egg yolks are a good source of vitamin D and choline, which can help support brain function.

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