GlutenFree Chocolate Cardamom Cupcakes with Spun Sugar Birds Nests and Jewel Encrusted Bird Eggs Recipe
Looking for a unique and delicious dessert to impress your guests? Try this gluten-free chocolate cardamom cupcake recipe that features spun sugar birds nests and jewel encrusted bird eggs.
Ingredients:
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Spun Sugar Birds Nests:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- Food coloring (optional)
For the Jewel Encrusted Bird Eggs:
- 1 egg (hard boiled)
- 1 tsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- Crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground cardamom, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the eggs, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
7. While the cupcakes are baking, make the spun sugar birds nests by combining the granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sugar starts to caramelize.
8. Add food coloring (if desired) and stir well.
9. Use a piping bag or spoon to create the bird nests on top of the cooled cupcakes, making sure they are evenly spaced.
10. To make the jewel encrusted bird eggs, crack the hard-boiled egg into a small bowl and mix with the melted coconut oil and cocoa powder until well combined.
11. Roll the mixture into small spheres and place them on top of the spun sugar nests to create bird eggs.
Your gluten-free chocolate cardamom cupcakes with spun sugar birds nests and jewel encrusted bird eggs are now ready to be served! These delicious treats are perfect for a breakfast or brunch gathering, and are sure to impress your guests with their unique presentation. Enjoy!