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Magical Rosewater Cupcakes

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Delicate and elegant cupcakes infused with rosewater, featuring a soft, fluffy texture and a lightly floral aroma for a truly special treat.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 cupcakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 1/2 tsp rosewater
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup butter or 1/4 cup cream (for frosting)
  • 1–2 tbsp cream or milk (for frosting)
  • 1/2 tsp rosewater (for frosting)
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix sugar, eggs, milk, oil or melted butter, rosewater, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until a smooth batter forms.
  5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
  6. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
  8. Prepare frosting by mixing butter, powdered sugar, cream, and rosewater until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
  9. Frost cooled cupcakes and decorate as desired.

Notes

  • Use rosewater sparingly to avoid overpowering flavor.
  • Do not overmix batter for a light texture.
  • Add cardamom for a warm, aromatic twist.
  • Top with dried rose petals for an elegant finish.
  • Ensure cupcakes are fully cooled before frosting.

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