What made cupcakes so popular? Other than their size, variety of flavours, and designs, how did these confectionaries become a much-loved dessert choice for celebratory events? Here are some short facts about cupcakes to help answer some of these questions:
Cupcake Fact 1
The cupcake was invented by Amelia Simmons in 1796.
Cupcake Fact 2
Cupcakes originate from the USA.
Cupcake Fact 3
In the UK cupcakes are sometimes synonymous with fairy cakes. However, there are slight differences in terms of size and the choice of frosting.
Cupcake Fact 4
In 2012, Sprinkles Cupcakes opened the world’s first Cupcake ATM in California.
Cupcake Fact 5
In the early 2000s, an episode of Sex and the City featured cupcakes from The Magnolia Bakery which significantly boosted the popularity of cupcakes.
Cupcake Fact 6
Cake Boss, Buddy Valastro currently holds the Guinness World Record title for the most cupcakes frosted in one minute – managing to frost 36. Watch the clip here.
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