Description
Delightful Ube Cupcakes that blend unique flavors and vibrant colors, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
- 2 tsp ube extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour or cake flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup neutral oil (avocado or coconut)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the ube halaya, sugar, eggs, oil, and ube extract; mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently.
- Pour in the coconut milk and stir until the batter is smooth and purple.
- Divide the batter among cupcake liners, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Notes
Try frosting with ube-flavored buttercream or garnishing with edible flowers for extra elegance.