Sugar Plum Fairy Cupcakes

I love how festive these are. Those perfect vanilla cupcakes are the best. I have made the cake version and I still say its one of the best cakes I have ever made. I love the addition of the almond extract and cinnamon. Plus that sugar cookie on top is gorgeous and I am loving that pink backdrop that sits behind them.

These magical Sugar Plum Fairy Cupcakes are lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, flavored with vanilla and almond, and are filled with fruity jam. Make sure you read the recipe notes before beginning. Have fun decorating!

Prep Time : 35 minutes 
Cook Time : 22 minutes 
Total Time : 3 hours, 35 minutes 
Yield : 15 cupcakes

INGREDIENTS

• 1 and 3/4 cups (210g) cake flour* (spoon & leveled)
• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream or plain yogurt, at room temperature
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 3 large egg whites, at room temperature*
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup (100g) peach jam or preserves (or your favorite flavor)
• 1 teaspoon almond extract*
• 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, at room temperature

Vanilla Almond Buttercream

• 4 – 5 cups (480-600g) confectioners’ sugar
• 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream or milk
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• salt, to taste

Optional for garnish: snowflake sugar cookies, gum drops, peppermint candies, sprinkles
 

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