Perfect Autumn cupcakes Recipe
These autumn cupcakes are a perfect fall treat, filled with rich chocolate ganache, topped with smooth chocolate frosting, and decorated with golden, autumn-inspired leaves. Whether you’re celebrating Halloween, Thanksgiving, or just enjoying the fall season, these cupcakes are sure to impress with their delicious flavor and elegant presentation.
Servings: 12
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 125 g caster sugar superfine baking sugar
- 125 g softened butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 125 g self-raising flour
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg optional for a spiced twist
- 1 pouch of Dr. Oetker Easy Fill Cake Centres Rich Chocolate or homemade ganache
- 1 canister of Dr. Oetker chocolate icing
- 50 g white sugar paste fondant icing block
- Dr. Oetker gold shimmer spray
- Chocolate balls or caramel drizzle for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) or Gas Mark 5.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Fold in self-raising flour and optional spices (cinnamon or nutmeg). Mix until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into 12 cupcake cases, filling them 2/3 full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
- Fill the cupcakes with chocolate ganache or cake filling.
- Frost with chocolate icing and decorate with fondant leaves sprayed with gold shimmer and chocolate balls or caramel drizzle.
Notes
- For a richer filling, you can substitute the Dr. Oetker filling with homemade chocolate ganache.
- Make sure to let the cupcakes cool completely before adding the filling and frosting to prevent them from melting.
- Use a combination of cinnamon and nutmeg for extra warmth and spice in the cupcakes.
Nutritional Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 20g