Dinner Party Cupcakes

Ever since Nigella introduced us to her glamorous lavender-topped version the cupcake has become an acceptable end to even the fanciest of dinners. Just choose from the selection of chic ideas below, and your guests will be utterly charmed. Vanilla Cupcake Peach Melba Sundae Makes 12 Last time you went …

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CupCakes and Tray-Bakes

When it comes to fêtes and school fairs everyone knows the rule: the wickeder, the better. Here is a selection of the most saleable bakes we know. From the ethereally fluffy Lemon Cakes to sticky gingerbread, these cakes will be the talk of the fête. Strictly one at a time, …

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Red Velvet Cupcakes

These deep red coloured cupcakes make a lovely change to the norm, with their cool cream cheese frosting and moist slightly chocolatey sponge – they are just irresistible! We think you should make at least two batches of these…one is never enough! There are so many tales about where Red …

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Basic Cupcakes and Three Variations

The cupcake (or fairy cake if you’re of a certain generation) is an icon of the 21st century. Crowned with a swirl of glossy meringue or buttercream icing, and sprinkled with twinkle dust or stars, it’s the Victoria Sponge’s glamorous little sister. Cupcakes are cheap AND easy… You’ll pay pounds …

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