Cupcakes are a delicious snack, but their flavor is sometimes eclipsed by the thick layer of sugar on top. Do not worry! There are lots of creative ways to make cupcakes delicious without using too much icing.
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Method 1 of 11: Add a little whipped cream
Step 1. Whipped cream is a delicious and light icing substitute
Once the cupcakes have cooled, place a little whipped cream on top. If you want to make it look more interesting, sprinkle grated lemon, sugar flakes, or chopped nuts on top of the whipped cream.
If you don't want to use whipped cream, use a little Greek yogurt instead
Method 2 of 11: Sprinkle powdered sugar
Step 1. Use stencil paper to make cute designs on cupcakes
Cut the paper vertically and lengthwise, then position it on top of the cupcake. Sprinkle 50 grams of powdered sugar into a sieve and sprinkle over the exposed parts of the cupcakes. After that, remove the stencil to show off your powdered sugar sprinkle design!
- You can also use cocoa powder instead of powdered sugar.
- Use perforated pans, cooling mats, and lettering stencils to create unique and fun designs for your cupcakes.
- You can use this method for any type of cupcake!
Method 3 of 11: Apply a little glaze
Step 1. The glaze gives it a sweet icing like icing, but not too thick
Spread a light glaze from a mixture of about 180 grams of powdered sugar, 20 ml of milk, and 1 seeded vanilla bean. Spread the glaze on top of the cupcakes to add a little sweetness.
Method 4 of 11: Add fresh fruit pieces
Step 1. Fruit is a fresh and healthier substitute for icing
Chop the fruit into small pieces, then position them in the center of the cupcake. For a touch of extra fruity sweetness, spread a layer of jam or jelly on top of the cupcakes before arranging the fruit pieces.
- For example, you can decorate cupcakes with blueberries, strawberry slices, or kiwi slices.
- You can use melted jam, jelly, or sweetener on top of the cupcakes.
- It's the perfect addition to all kinds of cupcakes.
Method 5 of 11: Sprinkle some caramel sauce
Step 1. The caramel glaze gives the cupcakes a more dynamic and rich flavor
Put about 40 grams of powdered sugar and a few tablespoons of water into the pan, then cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. After that, mix 45 ml of cream, 15 ml of butter and a pinch of salt. Turn off the heat and let the sauce cool to thicken. At this point, you can sprinkle the caramel sauce over the cupcakes.
Method 6 of 11: Coat the cake with white chocolate and coconut
Step 1. Melt a handful of white chocolate flakes in the microwave
Spread a thin layer of melted chocolate over the cupcakes. While the chocolate is still wet, dip the cupcakes in a bowl of grated coconut.
- You can try this method with a variety of other toppings, such as sprinkles of sugar, candy, or cereal.
- This topping goes well with chocolate cupcakes.
Method 7 of 11: Spread Peanut Butter and Nutella
Step 1. Combine Nutella and peanut butter in a bowl
Microwave the jam and Nutella mixture until it melts. After that, spread the melt on the top of the cupcake.
When melted, Nutella and peanut butter can be used as a glaze
Method 8 of 11: Use chocolate ganache
Step 1. Ganache Chocolate is a icing substitute that can be made at home. Put 260 grams of chopped bitter chocolate in a bowl. Boil 240 ml of heavy cream in a frying pan. Pour the cream over the chocolate and mix all the ingredients until smooth. Let the ganache sit for a few minutes to cool, then spread it over the top of the cupcakes.
Chocolate ganache is a delicious addition to chocolate cupcakes
Method 9 of 11: Melt the chewy sweets on top of the cake
Step 1. Add the chewy sweets (marshmallows) to the almost cooked cupcakes
Pay attention to the timer on the oven while the cupcakes are still baking. With one minute of cooking time left, place small chewy candies on top of each cake. The chewy sweets will melt and create a sweet, sticky layer on top of the cupcakes.
For an extra touch, sprinkle saltine crackers on top
Method 10 of 11: Decorate with cookie dough
Step 1. Add an extra dimension of flavor to your cupcakes
Put a little cookie dough on top of your cupcakes for some simple and delicious decorations. Double check to make sure the cookie dough is safe to eat raw or make your own edible cookie dough at home.
Method 11 of 11: Decorate the cake with honey and edible flowers
Step 1. Spread the honey thinly over the cupcakes
After that, stick the edible flower on top of the honey so it doesn't slide. Make simple decorations using an edible flower for each cupcake, or use more than one flower for more colorful decorations.
- For a simpler cake decoration, spread some honey over the cupcakes and let it sit.
- Some types of edible flowers are starflower, hibiscus, lavender, pansies, and roses.
