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Festive Cupcakes recipe

Showstopping festive cupcakes featuring a fragrant herb-infused cornmeal sponge, topped with a silky pumpkin spice Swiss meringue buttercream, crunchy oat and walnut granola, and crispy candied bacon. An unexpected but utterly delicious combination that's perfect for Christmas entertaining.

  • Difficulty
    4 out of 5
  • Prep: 45 minutes
  • Cook: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 12 cupcakes
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Ingredients

CUPCAKE SPONGE
125g Soft Butter
125g Caster Sugar
2 Eggs
100g Self Raising Flour
25g Cornmeal
1/4 tsp Bicarb
1 tsp Finely Chopped Rosemary
1 tsp Finely Chopped Thyme
2 tbsp Milk

BUTTERCREAM
2 Egg Whites
150g Caster Sugar
225g Soft Butter
2 tsp Pumpkin Spice
1/4 tsp Salt

OAT & WALNUT GRANOLA
10g Vegetable Oil
1 tbsp Dark Brown Sugar
40g Honey
100g Porridge Oats
60g Walnuts
1 tsp Sea Salt
1 tsp Fennel Seeds
1 Egg White

CANDIED BACON
12 Bacon Rashers
50g Dark Brown Sugar

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Celebrate the holiday season with our Festive Cupcakes downloadable recipe! These delicious treats are perfect for bringing the joy of the season to any gathering or party.

With our easy-to-follow recipe, you'll learn how to create moist and fluffy cupcakes that are bursting with seasonal flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. The rich buttercream frosting adds a delightful touch of sweetness that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Whether you're hosting a Christmas party, a holiday bake sale, or just want to treat your family to something special, these Festive Cupcakes are sure to be a hit. Download our recipe today and start baking up a batch of these festive treats to spread some holiday cheer!