If you've ever eaten a cupcake that's too dry and crumbly or too dense and heavy, then there was most likely a problem during the mixing of the ingredients. The ideal cupcake is moist and light in texture. The key to achieving this texture is the proper combination and preparation of the ingredients. You can minimize baking problems and create the perfect cupcake by following some simple steps.
Instructions
1. Cream the butter and sugar in a bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add any additional wet ingredients to the cupcake batter such as milk, oil, vanilla extract and eggs.
2. Start the mixer. Mix on low and gradually increase the mixing speed. Mixing on low to start lowers the chance of ingredients flying out of the bowl.
3. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl, after stopping the mixer, to combine all ingredients.
4. Measure all dry ingredients, such as flour, baking soda and spices, to precise amounts. To accurately measure the dry ingredients, scoop them into a measuring spoon or cup until full. Level the spoon or cup with a knife. Sift all the dry ingredients to remove any lumps.
5. Combine the dry ingredients with the existing mixture. Continue to mix the batter on low, and gradually increase the mixing speed.
6. Stop the mixer and scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to ensure that all dry ingredients are incorporated. The batter is ready when the mixture is a uniform consistency.
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