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The Difference Between Baking a Cake & Cupcakes

Published Nov,09 2011 | By Camille Beredjick

Cake is a staple dessert for countless traditions, from birthdays and weddings to graduations. But, in recent years, cupcakes have become more popular as crowd-pleasing desserts for fancy occasions or casual treats. The differences between baking a cake and cupcakes are subtle.