Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 box of vanilla cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 can of fruit cocktail, drained
- 1 cup of custard or pastry cream
- 1 cup of whipped cream
- 1/2 cup of maraschino cherries, chopped
- 1/4 cup of condensed milk
Special equipment needed:
- Cupcake liners
- Cupcake pan
- Piping bag
- Large round piping tip
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Line the cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix until well combined.
4. Fold in the drained fruit cocktail into the batter.
5. Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
6. Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
8. Using a piping bag fitted with a large round piping tip, pipe a dollop of custard or pastry cream on top of each cupcake.
9. Add a layer of whipped cream on top of the custard.
10. Sprinkle chopped maraschino cherries on top of the whipped cream.
11. Drizzle condensed milk on top of the cherries.
12. Chill the cupcakes in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 18-20 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F (180°C)
Serving size:
- Makes 12 cupcakes
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of vanilla cake mix, you can use any other cake mix flavor.
- Instead of fruit cocktail, you can use canned peaches or pineapple.
- Instead of custard or pastry cream, you can use vanilla pudding.
Variations:
- You can add a layer of graham crackers on top of the cupcake before adding the custard and whipped cream.
- You can substitute the maraschino cherries with fresh strawberries or blueberries.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the cupcakes are completely cooled before adding the custard and whipped cream.
- Chill the cupcakes in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Storage instructions:
- Store the cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- You can reheat the cupcakes in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the cupcakes on a platter or cupcake stand.
- Garnish with fresh fruit or mint leaves.
Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Mint leaves
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Milk
Suggested side dishes:
- None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cupcakes are too dry, try adding a tablespoon of vegetable oil to the batter.
- If the cupcakes are too moist, try reducing the amount of fruit cocktail in the batter.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to properly store the cupcakes in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
- Crema de Fruta is a popular Filipino dessert made with layers of sponge cake, custard, fruit cocktail, and whipped cream.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Creamy
- Fruity
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cupcakes chilled.
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Region: Philippine