A First Communion is a cherished time in anyone's life as it represents their child's journey with God, so why not celebrate this monumental moment with some hand-decorated cupcakes? Children and adults alike love cupcakes, so they will fit right in with a First Communion party.
The first thing to take into consideration for your First Communion cupcakes is whether or not the buyer of party supplies is going to create a theme. If a theme is determined, then this is an absolute must to include with your cupcakes. Especially with something as delicate as a First Communion.
A great recipe for First Communion cupcakes is normal cupcakes with meringue frosting for icing. This light fluffy decoration can be a symbol of the light that God will bring. All you need to make these cupcakes and the decoration is listed below.
For the First Communion cupcakes, all you need is a basic cupcake recipe, which usually includes butter, self-raising flour, sugar and eggs. Mix it all in a bowl, pour into cupcake moulds and bake in the oven.
For the icing, you will need: 1 cup of white sugar, 1/3 cup of water , ¼ teaspoon of cream of tartar or salt, 2 egg whites, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
In a saucepan, stir together the sugar and water. Cook over medium high heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is boiling with little bubbles appearing on the surface. Let boil for about 5 minutes before removing from heat. Place egg whites into mixing bowl and add pinch of salt and vanilla. Let sit before beating to soft peaks. Gradually add the still-hot sugar mixture to egg whites while whipping constantly until stiff peaks form, about 7-10 minutes. Tint icing as desired and frost cake.
And there you have fabulous yet understated cupcakes suitable for any First Communion party or celebration that everyone will love!
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