5-Minute Cupcakes (Fondant in the Mouth)

5-Minute Cupcakes (Fondant in the Mouth)

Ingredients (makes about 6–8 cupcakes):

• 300 g all-purpose flour
• 120 g sugar
• 1 pinch of salt
• 120 ml milk
• 1 packet of vanilla sugar (about 8–10 g)
• 1 pinch of baking powder
• Optional: 50 g melted butter or 3 tbsp vegetable oil (for extra moistness)
• Optional: 1 egg (helps structure, but can be skipped for ultra-quick version)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   In a large bowl, combine:
   • Flour
   • Sugar
   • Vanilla sugar
   • Salt
   • Baking powder
     Whisk together until evenly mixed.
3. Add Wet Ingredients:
   Slowly add the milk (and melted butter or oil if using).
   If you’re using an egg, beat it lightly and add it now.
   Mix gently until smooth. Avoid overmixing; a few small lumps are okay.
4. Fill Cupcake Liners:
   Pour the batter into the liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
5. Bake:
   Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool & Serve:
   Let cupcakes cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack.
   They are soft, tender, and melt in your mouth from the first bite!

Tips for Extra Flavor:

• Sprinkle powdered sugar on top before serving.
• Add chocolate chips or berries to the batter for a twist.
• For a richer taste, replace half of the milk with cream.