Coffee Cup Cakes: A Delicious Gift for Teachers | TIA

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around the preparation and sharing of coffee cup cakes, with participants discussing various recipes, personal experiences, and tips for making these treats. The conversation includes suggestions for flavors and frosting options, as well as inquiries about freezing the cakes for later use.

Discussion Character

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  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about instructions for coffee cup cakes to gift to teachers.
  • Another participant suggests searching for a related thread for recipes and shares a basic recipe for making the cakes.
  • Several users mention various flavor combinations for the cakes, including pumpkin spice and yellow cake with cream cheese frosting.
  • One participant shares their positive experience making the cakes for their family, receiving rave reviews.
  • Another participant notes they enjoy the cakes plain, without frosting, and suggests pairing them with ice cream.
  • One participant expresses interest in making the cakes for their partner and asks about the possibility of freezing them.
  • A participant requests assistance with printing a recipe link in a larger format.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

No clear consensus emerges, as participants share varied experiences and preferences regarding flavors and preparation methods.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and preferences related to making coffee cup cakes, focusing on enjoyment and creativity in flavor combinations.

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Consultants and community members interested in creative dessert ideas or looking to share unique recipes with their customers may find this discussion beneficial.

ginamkiely
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Hi,

I'm looking for the instructions for the coffee cup cakes... i want to get them for my son's teachers at school.

TIA
 
Do an andvanced search by title for the thread called "micro cakes in coffee & more cups" in the recipe section, or I tried to give the link below too! Hopefully it works This is the only one I can think of that you'd want! They are great and my family LOVE :love: :love: them!
Hope this helps! In the thread there are a lot of options!


Basic Cup Cake Mix:

1 BOX Cake Mix (your choice of flavor)

1 small box of INSTANT JELLO PUDDING (your choice of flavor)



To make the cakes follow the directions below:



1/2 cup of Basic Mix

1 egg

1 Tablespoon Oil

1 Tablespoon Water

1 Medium Scoop prepared frosting

Mix together in the SIMPLE ADDITIONS CUP. Add 1 scoop (a HEAPING teaspoon) of your choice of prepared frosting. DO NOT STIR!! Place in the microwave and cook 1 minute 10 seconds—no more, no less. Invert on plate and you have a MOUTEN LAVA CAKE—YUM!!!



IDEAS:

Strawberry cake mix, cheesecake pudding, and cream cheese frosting

Banana cake mix, vanilla pudding (or banana), cream cheese frosting

Chocolate cake mix, chocolate pudding, chocolate frosting

German chocolate cake mix, coconut pudding, coconut pecan frosting

Lemon cake mix, vanilla pudding, cream cheese frosting.



You can ADD NUTS in the mix.

I'm not sure if this will work but here's the link http://www.chefsuccess.com/f7/micro-cakes-coffee-more-cups-21028/
 
If you've got the Pumpkin Spice pudding mix (I picked a bunch up last year - it's a seasonal flavor), it's really good mixed into yellow cake. With cream cheese or buttercream frosting. And cinnamon/caramel sprinkles. :)
 
bumping for chefnic
 
These are AWESOME! I made them for my family this weekend - to rave reviews! Can't wait to try them out at my next show - gives another reason to buy those coffee cups!!!:)
 
Here is a recipe card that I give to whoever orders the cups from me

Print out on a blank 4 X 6 index card

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Awesome - I have been doing this without the frosting. They are great plain - but I can imagine how much better they'd be with the frosting added!

Thanks for the tip...
 
If you do it without the frosting you don't have to dump it. You can eat it right in the cups with ice cream!! YUM! Of course, it is enough to share, but isn't that romantic?
 
Thanks for posting this! I just added it to my website!
 
I was interested in making these cakes for DH (he works and lives 3hours from home)

Anyone know if I made these could they be frozen so he can take them with him???
 
Anyone know how to print that link that Teresa put in her post - mine comes out the size of a business card - I would love 4 to a 8x10 page!! TIA!!!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Coffee Cup Cakes?

Coffee Cup Cakes are individual-sized cakes baked in coffee cups, making them a fun and convenient treat. They are perfect for gifting, especially for teachers, as they combine the flavors of coffee and cake in a delightful package.

How do I make Coffee Cup Cakes?

To make Coffee Cup Cakes, you typically mix a simple cake batter with coffee and other flavorings, then pour the batter into coffee cups. Bake them in the oven until they are fluffy and cooked through. Detailed recipes can be found online or in cookbooks.

Can I customize Coffee Cup Cakes for different tastes?

Absolutely! Coffee Cup Cakes can be customized by adding different flavors, such as chocolate, vanilla, or spices. You can also incorporate various toppings like whipped cream, chocolate chips, or sprinkles to suit individual preferences.

Why are Coffee Cup Cakes a great gift for teachers?

Coffee Cup Cakes make a thoughtful and unique gift for teachers because they are personal, easy to transport, and can be enjoyed as a sweet treat during a busy day. They show appreciation and can be made in bulk to share with the entire staff.

How should I package Coffee Cup Cakes for gifting?

To package Coffee Cup Cakes for gifting, consider using decorative boxes or cellophane bags tied with a ribbon. You can also include a personalized note or tag to add a special touch, making the gift even more meaningful.

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