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Mini Cakes

Irresistible Mini Cakes: Sweet Bites of Joy for Every Occasion

These mini cakes are delightful bites of joy perfect for any gathering, bursting with flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and lemon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 2 cups Flour Can use gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Sugar Coconut sugar can be used
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can substitute margarine or vegan butter
  • 2 large Eggs For vegan, replace with flaxseed meal mixed with water
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Essential for lightness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Milk Almond or soy milk works for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional flavor enhancer
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder For chocolate variations, sift to avoid lumps
  • 1 cup Berries Optional, fresh or frozen

Equipment

  • Mini bundt, round, or cupcake pans
  • electric mixer
  • Medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spoon or Ice Cream Scoop
  • toothpick
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your pans.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Sift in cocoa powder for chocolate cakes.
  3. Beat softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Stir in vanilla. Gradually mix in dry ingredients and milk alternately.
  5. Fill each pan about two-thirds full with batter.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare a glaze of your choice and drizzle over cooled cakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Rotate pans for even baking.

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