Strawberry Buttercream

 Yes, Buttercream doesn't always turn out perfect.. Sometimes it could be the slightest bit curdled or maybe it turned out a bit light. It doesnt have to be pretty, it just has to be yummy! :)  Anyways I got this recipe from Addapinch.com, but I added a slight variation to it. And it turned really good!

Ingredients:

1 cup of butter (unsalted)

4 cups of powdered sugar (sifted)

4-8 tablespoons of strawberry preserves

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons whole milk 

Instructions:

1. Cream the butter with the powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time.  After each cup, add 1 tablespoon of the preserves.After that add the vanilla extract and beat on high for 45 seconds.
2 After that, slowly add in the whole milk and beat until consistency is to its peak. Add a pinch of salt and beat for 10 seconds. Cover with plastic wrap and store for up to 3 days Enjoy!

The Ultimate Chocolate-Lovers Cupcake

Okay, this is probably heaven for those Chocolate Lovers out there. I admit, I am one of them.... and trust me, these cupcakes did not last long. :)

Recipe:

1 1/3 Flour (All-purpose)
1/4 Teaspoon baking soda
2 Teaspoons baking powder
3/4 unsweetened cocoa powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoon softened butter
1 1/2 cup sugar ( white )
2 eggs
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk

Firstly, Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line your muffin pan with cupcake liners or spray the sides of the muffin pan with cooking spray.. In the meantime, sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and the salt. Trust me, sifting the dry goods will help unbelievably. Otherwise, clumps of flour and cocoa powder will remain in the batter. #badexperience

A bowl of sifted flour patiently awaits mixing :)

Cream the butter and sugar together until soft and fluffy. Then add in the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix well. Slowly, add in the flour mixture and milk. Stir until it turns into a smooth and silky batter :)

Fill the liners 3/4 full. Cook for 16-18 minutes or until a fork or toothpick comes out clean. Frost and then ENJOY! :D

Of course, there was more chocolate involved. Just use one of your favorite chocolate frosting recipes to add to the magical goodness.