Ube Cupcakes
These vibrant ube cupcakes are the perfect fusion of color and flavor, featuring a soft, moist crumb and rich ube frosting.
Equipment
- 1 cupcake pan lined with paper liners
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp ube extract
Ube Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp ube extract
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the ube extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, prepare the frosting by beating softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Mix in ube extract and milk, beating until light and fluffy. Pipe or spread the frosting onto cooled cupcakes.
Storage
- Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Allow them to reach room temperature before serving.
Notes
Pro Tips: For a more intense purple color, use a gel-based ube extract. Ingredient Substitutions: Coconut milk can be used instead of whole milk for a tropical twist. How to Serve: Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat. Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the cupcakes a day in advance and frost them just before serving for best results.