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Cupcakes VS. Muffins: The Difference

April 14, 2013

Here go the difference between cupcakes and muffins

Cupcakes VS. Muffins
Cupcakes vs. Muffins
There were questions about difference between cupcakes and muffins. Yes, smaller cupcakes, bigger muffins. But it’s more than size.

So here goes the answer.

Cupcakes are basically miniature cakes. So cake flour is used, which results in lighter and softer texture. And mostly butter is used and cupcakes are 100% sweet.

But muffins can be either sweet or savory. All-purpose flour is used, so the texture is slightly denser. And vegetable oil is generally used.

The difference in procedure results in the different texture of batter between two. As for cupcakes, emulsion (incorporating oil and water) is very important and flour is mixed in the batter until smooth. But when making muffin, all the ingredients are roughly mixed.

And finally, the finishing touch. Cupcakes are normally served with frosting. But for muffins, no frosting.

That’s it. And I love both of them. Any more differences?

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Comments

  1. Katherine Xie says

    July 11, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    I used cake flour, emulsified the batter, but didn’t use frosting, instead I sprinkled chocolate chips on top.. Does that mean I baked cupcakes or muffins? Haha.. Or both…

    • EugenieKitchen says

      September 21, 2014 at 11:19 am

      Doesn’t matter as long as you and your guests enjoyed your creation. Happy cooking, Katherine!

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