MAKES 12
220g (8oz) plain fl our
2 tsp baking powder
125g (4½ oz) unsalted butter
200g (7oz) brown sugar
2 free-range eggs
100ml (3½ fl oz) milk
30ml (1fl oz) Dualit NX® or
Compostable Single Origin coffee (one espresso shot) your favourite coffee buttercream
1Preheat the oven to 180°C/Gas Mark 4. Line a 12-hole cupcake tin with paper cases.
2Sift the flour and baking powder together, then set aside.
3Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, scraping down the side of bowl as necessary.
4Beat in the espresso. Mix in the flour in three parts, alternating with the milk.
5Spoon into cupcake cases and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked. Allow to cool, then top with your favourite buttercream.