Description
Experience a unique take on savory baking with these Dill Pickle and Cheddar Cupcakes. Perfect for adventurous eaters looking to expand their palate, these cupcakes blend the tangy flavor of dill pickles with the richness of cheddar cheese. A delightful surprise for any gathering!
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1/4 cup milk
– 1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickles
– 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
– 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
For the Frosting:
– 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 cups powdered sugar
– 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
– 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– Chopped dill pickles for garnish
– Fresh dill sprigs for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Cupcakes:
1. Preheat the oven to 350F (175C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time.
4. Stir in the sour cream, milk, dill pickle juice, chopped pickles, shredded cheddar, and fresh dill.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Bake:
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Frosting:
9. In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
10. Gradually add the powdered sugar, dill pickle juice, and shredded cheddar cheese, beating until creamy.
Decorate:
11. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the dill pickle and cheddar frosting.
12. Garnish with chopped pickles and a sprig of fresh dill.
Serve:
13. Serve chilled or at room temperature.