Ingredients
Essential Ingredients: To make the perfect Maple Bacon Bourbon Cupcakes, you will need:
- Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp bourbon
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Extra bacon crumbles for garnish
Optional Ingredients for Variations:
- Chopped Pecans: For added crunch
- Maple Extract: For a stronger maple flavor
Instructions
Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners. Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble and set aside.
Mixing the Batter:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the milk, bourbon, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the crumbled bacon.
Baking: 7. Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter. 8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 9. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparing the Frosting: 10. In a bowl, beat the butter until creamy. 11. Add maple syrup, bourbon, and salt, and mix until combined. 12. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth and fluffy.
Frosting the Cupcakes: 13. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the maple bourbon frosting. 14. Garnish with extra crumbled bacon.
Enjoying: 15. Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of your Maple Bacon Bourbon Cupcakes.
