Space Voyage Cupcakes with Glowing Glaze
These delightful cupcakes are a tribute to journeys through the unknown, featuring a tender crumb and a subtly sweet, iridescent glaze that appears to shimmer like distant stars. A perfect treat for celebrating adventures, big or small.
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the 1/2 cup milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
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Divide batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
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Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
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For the glaze, in a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, 3-4 tablespoons milk, and clear vanilla extract until smooth. Add blue and purple gel food coloring sparingly until desired color is achieved.
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Dust edible iridescent luster dust into the glaze and stir gently to create a shimmering effect.
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Dip the tops of the cooled cupcakes into the glaze, or drizzle the glaze over the tops using a spoon.
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Allow the glaze to set for about 15-20 minutes before serving.