Mawa Cup Cakes are rich, dense, and flavorful treats made with mawa (milk solids) that give these cupcakes a soft and moist texture. Perfect for tea-time or dessert, these cupcakes are simple to prepare and packed with Indian-inspired sweetness.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mawa (khoya)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Slivered almonds or pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a cupcake tray with cupcake liners.
- Prepare the Mawa: If using store-bought mawa, crumble it into small pieces. If making fresh mawa, cook milk over low heat until it thickens into milk solids and set aside to cool.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cardamom powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix.
- Incorporate Mawa: Fold in the mawa (khoya) into the butter-sugar mixture. Mix well to ensure it’s evenly distributed.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until you get a smooth batter.
- Fill the Cupcake Liners: Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about 3/4 full. Garnish with slivered almonds or pistachios if desired.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these rich, delicious Mawa Cup Cakes with tea or as a dessert!
These cupcakes are perfect for festivals, celebrations, or any time you crave something special!