Cupcake Ideas for Your Next Party - Vandenberg Family Housing ...

There's no doubt that cupcakes are trendy right now, with?charming little bakeries opening up from coast to coast serving the bite-sized cakes with decadent frosting. If you want to make cupcakes at home for your next party, here are five great ideas for recipes that will go beyond the traditional chocolate and vanilla and will leave your guests satisfied and impressed.

-????????? Lemon cake is a great choice for cupcakes, and its intense tart flavor works well in contrast with the sweet icing. Use fresh lemon zest in your batter and top with a vanilla or lemon icing. Lastly, crush lemon drop candies or?candied lemon peel?in a food processor and sprinkle lightly on top.

-????????? Salted caramel is a popular flavor among eaters ? the salt enhances the sweetness of the caramel making for a delightful and decadent combo. For the body of the cupcake, use dark chocolate?cake?to add complexity, then top with icing made with salt and caramel. For garnish, sprinkle with a few large grains of sea salt.

-????????? Red velvet cupcakes are popular because of their dramatic coloration and rich flavor. A true red velvet cake uses vinegar and buttermilk to release the red coloration in cocoa, but it?s fine to use food coloring as well. Top with a white buttercream icing. The balance of the tangy cake with the creamy icing is sure to please any palate!

-????????? Chocolate peanut butter cupcakes are a great way to make a dense, satisfying dessert. A favorite combination of adults and kids alike, the peanut butter in the chocolate batter makes the cupcakes a little heavier than normal, and topping them with a whipped peanut butter icing adds a different texture.

-????????? For a truly unique taste sensation, try making?maple bacon cupcakes. Using maple sugar in the batter and icing adds an earthy sweetness, and topping the iced cupcake with candied bacon adds crunch, salt, and fat.? Though this cupcake may not be for all, it will certainly be memorable!

Source: http://blog.vandenbergfamilyhousing.com/2012/02/23/cupcake-ideas-for-your-next-party/

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