Small cakes are the perfect bite-sized delights for any occasion.

Simple to make and endlessly customizable, small cakes are sure to bring joy to your table!

Small Cakes Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cakes:

- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

- ¼ teaspoon salt

- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

- 2 large eggs, room temperature

- ½ cup whole milk, room temperature

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze/Frosting:

- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted

- 2-3 tablespoons milk or lemon juice

- Food coloring (optional)

Sprinkles or edible decorations (optional)

Directions:

Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a mini muffin tin or small cake mold.

Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the sugar, flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.

Combine Wet Ingredients: Beat the softened butter until creamy in another bowl. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.

Fill Molds: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin or small cake molds, filling each about ¾ full.

Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare Glaze/Frosting: While the cakes cool, mix the powdered sugar with milk or lemon juice until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.

Decorate: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cakes or frost them using a piping bag. Add sprinkles or other decorations for a fun touch.

Serve: Enjoy your adorable small cakes, perfect for any occasion!

Conclusion

So, Lykkers, these small cakes are the perfect mini treats, offering all the flavor and fun of a larger cake in a bite-sized form.