Bacon-Maple Cupcakes with Sis

I know, I know, I know...this post is long overdue and I owe many of you another round of these cupcakes but you'll have to wait until I get back in December.

My sister and I made them yesterday on my last day in the US and they were delicious. The combination of sweet maple syrup and savory-salty bacon was delightful and added a wonderful crispy crunch to a very light cupcake.

For this recipe all you need is:
1 box vanilla cake mix
3/4 c water
1/4 c maple syrup
1/3 c vegetable oil
3 eggs
1/3 brown sugar
6 strips bacon (cooked until crispy)
Frosting!
8 oz cream cheese
3 c powdered sugar
2 tblsp maple syrup

1. Mix the cake mix with the water, syrup, eggs and oil. Scoop into cupcake liners and sprinkle the top with a little brown sugar.
2. Bake for 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees.
3. For the frosting mix the cream cheese with one cup of powdered sugar until combined. Add the next few cups gradually with maple syrup until mixed well then mix on high for about 3 minutes until fluffy.
4. The frosting is very sweet so only use a dollop and stick a strip of the bacon in the middle for garnish, crunch and salty goodness.




Look for my next recipe from London. I haven't decided what to make yet (I have to scout the grocery store) but I can't wait to get cooking!