Cherry Fairy Cakes

Delight your taste buds with these charming Cherry Fairy Cakes—light, fluffy, and bursting with fruity goodness! Each cupcake is lovingly crafted with a tender vanilla batter, made rich with butter and perfectly balanced with the subtle sweetness of cherries. A whole cherry nestles in the center of each cake, adding a delightful surprise in every bite. The final touch? A glossy glaze, delicately drizzled over the top, and optional sprinkles or cherry halves for an enchanting finish. Easy to bake in just 40 minutes, these whimsical treats are perfect for tea parties, birthdays, or a sweet everyday indulgence. Whether you're using fresh or tinned cherries, these dainty cupcakes are guaranteed to impress. Bring a touch of magic to your table with this simple yet elegant recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 125 grams unsalted butter
• 125 grams granulated sugar
• 2 whole large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 125 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons whole milk
• 12 whole cherries (fresh or tinned, pitted)
• 150 grams powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons water (for the glaze)
• 0 optional sprinkles or cherry halves (for decoration)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until combined.

Step 5

Stir in the milk to loosen the batter slightly, ensuring a smooth and spoonable consistency.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Place a cherry in the center of each cupcake, pressing it down slightly into the batter.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the cakes are golden and a toothpick inserted into the non-cherry part of a cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cakes from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.

Step 10

To prepare the glaze, mix the powdered sugar and water in a small bowl until smooth and slightly thickened. Adjust the consistency with more water or sugar if necessary.

Step 11

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cakes with a spoon. For extra decoration, top with sprinkles or a cherry half before the glaze sets.

Step 12

Allow the glaze to set for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Cherry Fairy Cakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(800.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2701.2

Total Fat 119.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 652.5mg	0%
Sodium 628.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 401.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 294.5g
Protein 27.8g	0%

Vitamin D 93.5IU	0%
Calcium 152.0mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 579.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 57.5%