Name: Sugared Almond Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 16 cupcakes
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 1 large egg white; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, (melted and cooled); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2/3 cup milk; 3/4 cup (1.5 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1-2 tablespoons milk, (if needed); 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 2 tablespoons brown sugar