Pretty Little Lavender Fairy Cakes – Cupcakes

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1
Pretty Little Lavender Fairy Cakes - Cupcakes with Lavender flowers and creamy vanilla icing
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

125 g self-raising flour
125 g very soft unsalted butter
125 g lavender and vanilla sugar
2 eggs
3 tablespoons milk
125 g icing sugar
1 tablespoon warm water
violet food coloring
lavender flowers

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
248
Sugar
25g
Fat
12g
These Pretty Little Lavender Fairy Cakes - Cupcakes are the perfect addition to any afternoon tea party. The combination of lavender and vanilla create a unique flavor that is sure to impress your guests. The soft purple hue and delicate lavender flowers make for a stunning presentation. These cupcakes are easy to make and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180°C.
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and lavender and vanilla sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Gradually beat in the eggs.
4.Sift in the flour and fold gently.
5.Stir in the milk.
6.Divide the mixture evenly into the cupcake cases.
7.Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
8.For the icing: mix the icing sugar with warm water and 2-3 drops of violet food coloring.
9.Once the cupcakes have cooled, pipe on the icing and top with lavender flowers.

PROS

Lavender has a calming effect and can help with stress and anxiety.
The cupcakes are a beautiful pastel color and make for a stunning presentation.

CONS

Lavender has a distinct taste that not everyone may enjoy.
The cupcakes may be too sweet for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lavender has been used medicinally for centuries and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. However, these cupcakes are not a health food and should be consumed in moderation.

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