Your Daily Facts about Cupcakes
While no one is quite certain where cupcakes came from, it is known that they made an appearance in the United States sometime in the 19th Century.
Made with butter, sugar, eggs, and flour
Called “Fairy Cakes” most often in the United Kingdom
In 1919 Hostess introduces pre-wrapped cupcakes
National Lemon Cupcake Day is December 15
Cupcakes can be baked in a greased and floured muffin tin if you don’t have papers, or want straight sides.
Fill the cupcake papers two thirds full for a domed top; half full for a flat top.
Cupcakes, sometimes called baby cakes and fairy cakes, are small, individual cakes, usually wrapped in paper containers and topped with frosting. There is some debate about the origin of the word “cupcake”, with some postulating that the cupcake got its name based upon the small cups used to measure ingredients for each individual cake.
Cupcakes are a favorite at a child’s classroom party. Since there are so many children this makes the perfect way to provide enough cake for everyone without having to cut and measure a regular sheet cake. They also make a logical choice because they can be decorated in a manner that appeals to children of all ages.
Cupcakes can also be dressed up and served at an elegant adult party, or accompany an afternoon luncheon or tea. Many people have started having cupcake wedding cakes as an alternative to the tiered cake. The cupcakes stack and make an elegant presentation when placed on tiered shelves.
Cupcakes are a quick and easy dessert; you can actually use any cake or loaf cake recipe including, fruitcake and quick bread recipes.The uses and occasions for cupcakes are only limited by your imagination.
