Individual Grape and Vin Santo Cakes

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Individual Grape and Vin Santo Cakes
50 min.
6
414kcal

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Indulge your senses with these delightful Individual Grape and Vin Santo Cakes, a scrumptious dessert that combines the sweetness of fresh grapes with the rich, velvety notes of Vin Santo, a renowned Italian dessert wine. Perfectly sized for a personal treat, each cake boasts a moist and fluffy texture, making them a delightful way to end any meal or a charming addition to an afternoon tea.

These vegetarian cakes are not only easy to make but are also a beautiful way to showcase seasonal fruits. The vibrant hues of the red grapes elevate the presentation, while the hint of orange zest adds a refreshing brightness to the flavor profile. Each bite offers a burst of fruitiness that pairs wonderfully with the subtle complexity of the wine, creating a unique taste experience that will have your guests begging for the recipe!

With a total preparation time of just 50 minutes, this recipe is ideal for both novice bakers and experienced chefs looking for a quick yet impressive dessert. Load up your muffin tins and transform simple pantry ingredients into a divine treat that embodies the essence of culinary creativity. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, these Individual Grape and Vin Santo Cakes are sure to delight with every delectable bite!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • servings confectioners sugar 
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose divided
  • 0.7 cup granulated sugar divided
  • tablespoon orange zest grated
  • ounces grapes red seedless
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • stick butter unsalted softened
  • 0.7 cup vin santo sweet
  • 0.7 cup vin santo sweet

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle. Generously butter muffin cups and dust with flour, knocking out excess.
  2. Whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat butter with 2/3 cup granulated sugar using an electric mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in zest.
  5. Add flour mixture in 2 batches alternately with wine, beginning and ending with flour and mixing until just incorporated.
  6. Toss grapes with remaining tablespoon flour, then fold into batter.
  7. Divide batter among muffin cups.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
  9. Bake until golden and springy to the touch, 18 to 20 minutes. Cool in pan 5 minutes, then loosen with a knife and remove. Cool to warm, 5 to 10 minutes more.
  10. Cakes can be baked in 12 (1/3-to 1/2-cup) muffin cups. Baking time will be slightly shorter, 16 to 18 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories414kcal
Protein5.45%
Fat36.97%
Carbs57.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.18
Glycemic Load
35.64
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.0678260533706%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:413.62kcal
20.68%
Fat:17.29g
26.6%
Saturated Fat:10.26g
64.14%
Carbohydrates:60.61g
20.2%
Net Carbohydrates:59.36g
21.59%
Sugar:35.29g
39.21%
Cholesterol:102.49mg
34.16%
Sodium:321.53mg
13.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.74g
11.48%
Selenium:16.13µg
23.04%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.46%
Folate:66.55µg
16.64%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.69%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.18%
Vitamin A:586.67IU
11.73%
Iron:2mg
11.11%
Phosphorus:100mg
10%
Vitamin B3:1.94mg
9.68%
Calcium:82.58mg
8.26%
Vitamin K:6.29µg
5.99%
Copper:0.11mg
5.26%
Fiber:1.25g
5%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.64%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.35%
Vitamin D:0.62µg
4.11%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.64%
Potassium:127.07mg
3.63%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.2%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.01%
Magnesium:12.06mg
3.01%
Vitamin C:2.42mg
2.93%
Source:Epicurious