8 servingsall-purpose flourbaking

Christmas Cupcakes

By Giulliana Zavaleta

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8 Servings

Christmas Cupcakes
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Recipe Details

Course: Desserts

Cooking Technique: Baking

Yield: 8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp (5 ml) vinegar
  • ½ + ¼ cup (160 g) fresh milk
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) baking powder
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda
  • 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp powdered ginger
  • ½ tsp powdered clove
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup oil

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Start by cutting the fresh milk with the vinegar for about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Place all the dry ingredients in a bowl. Add the sugar, egg, sour milk, and oil; then beat using a whisk until a uniform batter forms.
  3. On the Instant Vortex panel, press Bake, then set time to 10 Minutes and temperature to 365°F (185°C). Press Start.
  4. Place the batter in the pan, then carefully place in the basket. On the Instant Vortex control panel, press Bake, set time to 15 Minutes and temperature to 345°F(175°C). Press Start.
  5. Finally, carefully take out the cupcakes. Decorate once they have cooled.

About the chef

Giulliana Zavaleta

Giulliana Zavaleta

Giulliana Zavaleta is a Peruvian chef and culinary influencer who showcases traditional Peruvian recipes with a modern twist. She has collaborated with Instant Pot, creating dishes like Carapulcra and Aguadito, and she actively participates in community initiatives such as cooking workshops with Banco de Alimentos Perú, helping underserved communities. Through her work, she promotes the richness of Peruvian cuisine while making it accessible to a global audience.

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