Ingredients
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muffins
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125 g margarine
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125 g sugar
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a pinch of salt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 egg
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175 g flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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3 Tbsp milk
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1 tsp lemon zestabout zest from 1/2 lemon
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frosting
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125 g cream cheese
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100 g heavy cream
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4 Tbsp powdered sugar
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decoration
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75 g fondant
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1 tsp cocoa powder
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100 g mini marshmallow
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12 candy eyes
Directions
Sheep Cupcakes
are a perfect treat for spring or Easter gathering.
Easter is just around the corner, so it’s time to start creating fun, cute and tasty Easter treats. So here I am sharing with you Sheep cupcakes recipe that will delight all your guests!
These cute sheep cupcakes have marshmallow fur, an easy to make fondant face, and the whole thing sits on top of a moist sponge base. Frosting, marshmallow and cake make for a perfect bite.
Note:
- If you are not a fan of fondant, you can try using modeling chocolate for the faces.
Steps
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1
Done
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a 12 count muffin pan with 12 cupcake liners. In a large bowl, beat the room temperature margarine, sugar, salt, vanilla extract with an electric mixer on medium-high speed for about 3-4 mins until creamy. |
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2
Done
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Add the flour, baking powder, milk and lemon zest. Beat to incorporate on low speed. Bake in the preheated oven 175°C for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. |
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3
Done
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FrostingIn a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream together with 2 Tablespoon of powdered sugar on high speed until stiff. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with another 2 Tablespoon of powdered sugar. Add the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, and mix them slowly using a spatula. |
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4
Done
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Sheep's FaceFor the assembly: |
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5
Done
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Once your cupcakes have cooled, pipe the frosting evenly onto the cupcakes. |
