Vanilla Puffs

Vanilla Puffs

from Baked By Rabia
Ramadaan Recipe: Vanilla Puffs Lovely and light, perfect for Ramadaan or Eid. My version of vanilla puffs. Give it a try: Cupcake: 4 eggs 1 cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla essence 1 cup milk 1 cup oil 2 cups self-raising flour 2 tsp baking powder * Icing sugar for dusting 1. Beat eggs, sugar and vanilla essence. 2. Add milk and oil. Mix well. 3. Add flour and baking powder. Mix well until smooth. 4. Pour into cupcake or muffin cases. 5. Bake: 180°C for 10-12min. 6. Once cooled, peel off the cupcake cases and cut cupcakes in half. Filling: 250ml Orley Whip 1 box vanilla instant pudding 1/2 cup milk 1. Beat Orley Whip. Can use cream, but Orley Whip holds better. Orley Whip is similar Cool Whip (US, UAE etc). 2. Mix instant pudding and milk in a bowl. Add to Orley Whip and mix together. 3. Put into piping bag and pipe over the bottom half of the cupcakes. 4. Put the top half back on top and dust with icing sugar. 5. I like to put them into a new cupcake case for presentation. Enjoy! Rabia ❤️ #ramadan #ramadanrecipes #capetown #easyrecipes #boeka #iftar #eid #cupcakes #bakingtips #vanillapuffs

Ingredients

  • eggs
    4
  • sugar
    1 c
  • vanilla essence
    1 tsp
  • milk
    1 c
  • oil
    1 c
  • self-raising flour
    2 c
  • baking powder
    2 tsp
  • Icing sugar for dusting
  • 250ml Orley Whip
  • vanilla instant pudding
    1 box
  • milk
    ½ c

Directions

Cupcake

  1. 1

    Beat eggs, sugar and vanilla essence.

  2. 2

    Add milk and oil. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Add flour and baking powder. Mix well until smooth.

  4. 4

    Pour into cupcake or muffin cases.

  5. 5

    Bake: 180°C for 10-12min.

  6. 6

    Once cooled, peel off the cupcake cases and cut cupcakes in half.

Filling

  1. 1

    Beat Orley Whip. Can use cream, but Orley Whip holds better. Orley Whip is similar Cool Whip (US, UAE etc).

  2. 2

    Mix instant pudding and milk in a bowl. Add to Orley Whip and mix together.

  3. 3

    Put into piping bag and pipe over the bottom half of the cupcakes.

  4. 4

    Put the top half back on top and dust with icing sugar.

  5. 5

    I like to put them into a new cupcake case for presentation.

Vanilla Puffs

Vanilla Puffs

12 min

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About this Recipe

Indulge in Light & Fluffy Vanilla Puffs for Ramadan and Eid

Step into the delightful world of Vanilla Puffs, a truly special Ramadan recipe that brings joy and sweetness to your Iftar or Eid celebrations. These lovely, light cupcakes, inspired by a beloved Cape Town tradition, are an absolute dream. Imagine a super soft vanilla cupcake base, sliced in half, generously filled with a creamy vanilla dream, and then delicately dusted with icing sugar. They're perfect for boeka (iftar) or as a festive treat during Eid gatherings.

What makes these Vanilla Puffs truly stand out is their incredibly light texture and the deliciously stable filling. Our easy recipe starts with a simple, airy vanilla cupcake that bakes up beautifully in just 10-12 minutes. The real magic happens with the luscious filling, created using Orley Whip (or a similar stable whipped topping like Cool Whip), blended with vanilla instant pudding and milk. This combination ensures a filling that holds its shape wonderfully, making for elegant presentation and a delightful bite every time.

Baking Tips for Perfect Vanilla Puffs

  • Don't Overmix: When adding the flour and baking powder to your cupcake batter, mix just until smooth. Overmixing can lead to tough cupcakes.
  • Stable Filling: The use of Orley Whip is key for a filling that won't weep or collapse. If using regular cream, ensure it's very cold and whipped to stiff peaks before incorporating the pudding mix.
  • Presentation Matters: While dusting with icing sugar is classic, you can also add a sprinkle of edible glitter or finely chopped pistachios for an extra touch of elegance. Serving them in fresh cupcake cases after assembly makes for a beautiful display.

These easy cupcakes are not just a dessert; they're a moment of pure bliss. Whether you're an experienced baker or trying your hand at baking tips for the first time, this recipe is straightforward and incredibly rewarding. Enjoy these light, fluffy treats with your loved ones and make your festive occasions even sweeter!

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