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Kyiv Cupcakes

Kyiv Cupcakes

By OcadoLifePublished on 21 December 2023“A nod to last year’s song contest winners and loosely inspired by the famous Ukrainian kyiv cake, these Kyiv Cupcakes are from chef, presenter and bestselling author John Gregory-Smith. Made with hazelnuts, buttercream and chocolate, these spotlight-stealing treats are a winner.” Looking for more baking recipes? Look no further.
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Time and servings

35 minsTotal time
12Servings
15 minsPrep time
20 minsCooking time

Ingredients

  • 120g self-raising flour
  • ¼ tsp bicarbonate of soda
  • 220g unsalted butter, softened
  • 120g caster sugar
  • 2 medium eggs
  • 2 tbsp whole milk
  • 350g hazelnut chocolate spread
  • 100g icing sugar
  • 1 pack coloured sprinkles, optional
  • 1 pack edible silver glitter, optional

Method

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/gas 5 and line a 12-hole cupcake tin with cases to make 12 cupcakes.

  • Step 2

    For the cupcakes, sift the flour and bicarbonate of soda into a large mixing bowl. Add 120g of the butter, a pinch of salt, the caster sugar and eggs; beat with an electric whisk on a low speed until combined. Increase to medium-high and mix for 1 min or until smooth. Add the milk and 100g of the chocolate spread; mix briefly until just combined.

  • Step 3

    Divide the mixture between the cases; bake for 18-20 mins or until springy to the touch and a skewer comes out clean. Leave to cool.

  • Step 4

    For the buttercream, put the remaining 100g butter and the icing sugar in a large mixing bowl and beat with an electric whisk for about 3 mins, or until pale and smooth. Add the remaining 250g chocolate spread and continue beating until combined.

  • Step 5

    Spoon the buttercream over the cupcakes and swirl it with the back of a spoon (or pipe it on, if you prefer). Decorate with sprinkles and glitter, if you like. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.