As a special treat for the last Petits Chefs session for the term, we baked mini-cupcakes. I found a recipe I really liked the look of on the California Walnut website and adapted it slightly using almonds instead of walnuts due to some allergies. It’s a pretty easy recipe and didn’t really involve much prep – just a lot of measuring and some elbow grease (the mixture got fairly thick so it was tough to stir). We had these in the oven after only about 25 minutes and because we made mini-sized ones, they only took 15 minutes to cook. A perfect (and not too unhealthy) festive treat for the holidays!
Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped slivered almonds
2/3 cups sweetened flaked coconut
2/3 cups chocolate chips
2/3 cups dried cherries
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup ground flaxseed
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup eggs
1 tsp vanilla
Method
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
In bowl stir together almonds, coconut, chocolate chips and cherries; set aside.
In separate bowl, whisk together flour, ground flaxseed, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; set aside.
In another bowl, beat butter and sugar with hand mixer on high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla; mix until combined. Add in flour mixture and beat on low speed until combined.
Divide batter among 12 paper-lined muffin cups. Bake in centre of preheated oven until cake tester comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Let cool in pan on rack. Makes 12 cakes
Happy Holidays from Les Petits Chefs!
Super festive! A basket of these would be perfect.
Yes I was really pleased with how they came out and would make them again for giving next year!
Wow what a beautiful cupcake recipe 🙂 I definitely add this to my holiday baking list 🙂
Yes I will make these again too!
I would have to resist the urge to eat all of that batter… I’m a sucker for it. But the final product looks just as good. Wonderful little treats!
Errr, yes, there were quite a few people “helping” clean the bowl… Ahem!
mmm perfect for the season
Gorgeous! I love that you’ve included coconut – sounds delicious!
The coconut is always a popular ingredient with the boys!
I like the almond twist. I also struggle with many food allergies with the kids! Happy holidays to Les Petits Chefs and to you!
Yes the almonds are more festive anyway!
Thta loooks great. I love that recipe.
Oh how sweet. I always love the little hands in Les Petits Chefs entries. Those are awesome colorful holiday cupcakes. Nice substitution for the allergies.
Thanks, the allergies help me be creative in the kitchen actually!
Nice and season. Perfect for crazy season and getting the kids into the kitchen
Yes I liked that they took such a short amount of time to make yes they are so perfect for the season!
Boy do these ever sound good. Chocolate, almonds, cherries, coconut, cinnamon — there’s something for every sweet tooth.
Yes it’s a crowd pleaser for sure!
The addition of the flaxseed is a nice twist to these little cupcakes – they would be great as a snack but would also make a terrific breakfast on the go!!!
Have bookmarked for a future project -I am so glad you are sharing the adventures of Les Petit Chefs with us!!
Yes I liked the addition of the flax – they didn’t even notice that it was a bit healthy! LOL!
At first all those hands in the batter freaked me out!
Oh that’s NOTHING! You should see when they work with knives!
I just love the posts about the Les Petits Chefs. I’m always curious to see what they’ve been making! And wow do these look soooo good. I love how there’s coconut, almonds, chocolate chips and dried cherries! YUM!!!
It’s pretty festive, huh?
The fact that they are all wearing ties and aprons makes this the best post ever 🙂 love it!
Yes I love the formal look their uniform adds to the procedure!
That’s just adorable! The kids and cupcakes I mean. 🙂 Happy holidays!
Thanks – it’s pretty fun!
Always love reading about what Les Petits Chefs are up to :)… Love the cupcakes, and I’m sure they did, too!
There was much “tasting” as I dismissed them, that’s for sure!