Almond Coffee Cupcakes with Kahlua Liqueur
These Almond Coffee Cupcakes with Kahlua Liqueur are a decadent treat that beautifully blends nutty almond meal, rich coffee, and a subtle kick of liqueur. Light and moist thanks to whipped egg whites and butter, each cupcake is infused with deep flavor and a hint of elegance.
After baking, a drizzle of Kahlua liqueur soaks into the warm cakes, adding a luxurious touch. Finish them with chocolate icing or a dusting of powdered sugar for a simple yet sophisticated dessert. Perfect for entertaining or an indulgent afternoon pick-me-up, these cupcakes are a coffee lover’s dream.
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Ingredients:
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0.25cup almond meal - 30g | |
40g butter melted | |
0.25cup kahlua coffee liqueur | |
2 egg whites - 80g | |
6servings chocolate icing | |
0.5cup icing sugar - 55g | |
2tsp coffee powder instant | |
2tbsp flour plain, sifted |
Directions
1.
Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
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2.
Prepare the Cupcake Mixture
1. In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, almond meal, coffee, butter, and egg whites. | 2. Whisk together until the mixture is well combined.
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3.
Bake the Cupcakes
1. Spoon the mixture into 6 lightly greased medium-sized muffin pans or 12 mini muffin pans. | 2. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean.
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Add the Kahlua Liqueur
1. Drizzle about 1/2 tablespoon of Kahlua liqueur over each cupcake. | 2. Let the cupcakes rest for 2 minutes before turning them out onto a wire rack to cool.
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5.
Decorate the Cupcakes
Top with chocolate icing (such as Wilton chocolate icing) or dust with icing sugar for a simpler finish.
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Serving
Serve the cupcakes warm or store them in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
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Recipe content adapted from Foodista, modified and licensed under CC BY 3.0.
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