Mary Berry, the renowned British chef and baking icon, shares her recipe for easy and delightful Orange Butterfly Cupcakes in her cookbook, “Mary Berry Cooks.” These adorable cupcakes, perfect for a special occasion or a weekend baking project, are filled with tangy orange curd and topped with delicate icing, resembling butterfly wings.
The best part? These charming cupcakes can be made in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy bakers. They serve up to 12 people, so you can share the joy of these delicious treats with friends and family.
Here’s what you’ll need to create Mary Berry’s Orange Butterfly Cupcakes:
Ingredients:
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For the Cupcakes:
* 100g baking spread
* 100g caster sugar
* Two large free-range eggs
* 100g self-raising flour
* One level tsp baking powder
* One orange, grated zest only
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For the Filling:
* Three tbsp orange curd
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For the Icing:
* 50g soft butter
* 100g sifted icing sugar
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To Finish:
* Icing sugar, to dust
Method:
1.
Preheat your oven:
Set your oven to 180C (160C fan/gas four).2.
Prepare the batter:
Combine all the cake ingredients in a large bowl and beat well for three minutes, ensuring a smooth batter.3.
Bake the cupcakes:
Fill each paper case with approximately 35g of the cake mixture. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cakes are well-risen and golden brown.4.
Cool and prepare:
Remove the paper cases from the bun tin and allow the cakes to cool on a wire rack. Once cool, carefully cut a disc from the top of each cake, leaving a small gap around the edge. Cut this slice in half.5.
Fill with orange curd:
Spoon half a teaspoonful of orange curd into each hole created in the cupcakes.6.
Make the icing:
Beat the butter and icing sugar together until they are well blended.7.
Assemble the cupcakes:
Spoon a swirl of buttercream onto the orange curd in each cupcake. Place the half slices of cake on top of the buttercream to resemble butterfly wings.8.
Finish:
Dust the cupcakes with icing sugar to add a final touch.
Tips and Ideas:
* You can use a piping bag to create decorative swirls of buttercream on top of the cupcakes.
* For an extra burst of orange flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of orange extract to the cake batter.
* Get creative with the decorations! Use colorful sprinkles, edible glitter, or even chocolate chips to add your personal touch.
Mary Berry’s Orange Butterfly Cupcakes are a delightful and easy recipe that’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. With their charming appearance and delicious flavor, they are perfect for any occasion, big or small.
