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Gulab Jamun Cupcakes

Gulab Jamun Cupcakes: A Sweet South Asian Treat You’ll Love

These Gulab Jamun Cupcakes are a delightful twist on a beloved South Asian classic, merging traditional flavors into a charming treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: South Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 100 g Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 50 g Vegetable Oil
  • 150 g Granulated Sugar
  • 50 g Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 200 g Self-Raising Flour Can substitute with plain flour plus 3 tsp baking powder
  • 100 ml Warm Milk
For the Filling and Topping
  • 12 pieces Gulab Jamuns For inside and on top
  • 200 ml Double Cream Or heavy cream
  • 50 g Icing Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Rose Water Adjust to taste
  • 30 g Chopped Pistachios Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Cupcake tray
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a cupcake tray with paper cases.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually sift in self-raising flour while alternating with warm milk. Stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in 12 small gulab jamuns evenly through the batter.
  6. Fill cupcake cases about 3/4 full and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Cool in the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Optionally press the tops for a flatter appearance.
  8. Whip double cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add icing sugar and a splash of rose water.
  9. Once cool, pipe whipped cream generously on each cupcake and garnish with remaining gulab jamuns and chopped pistachios.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the fridge for a week, and can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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