Maltesers… yet another candy item that I should not have lying around. Once I open a packet, that’s it. I’m popping Maltesers like there is no tomorrow! This recipe for Malteser Cupcakes is a good way of ensuring that you use up an open bag of the little crispy blighters. Light and malty, it is packed full of the things! Please note that if you are overseas, an alternative can be found in Whoppers, which are practically the same.RECIPEFor the cupcakes - 5g cocoa powder25g Horlicks (Malted milk drink powder, Ovaltine or Milo are good alternatives)95g Self-raising flour125g caster sugar¼ tsp bicarbonate of sodaPinch of salt135g unsalted butter, softened2 large free-range eggs¼ tsp vanilla extract1 ½ tbsp whole milkFor the buttercream-200g unsalted butter, softened450g icing sugar, sifted4 tbsp whole milk¼ tsp vanilla extract100g crushed MaltesersExtra Maltesers for the top —THE CAKE BOOK: http://cupcakejemma.comSUBSCRIBE FOR WEEKLY VIDS: http://crmbs.co/7TDmMORE CAKE: http://www.crumbsanddoilies.co.ukMORE FOODTUBE: http://crmbs.co/XLWcVISIT OUR SHOP - Crumbs & Doilies1 Kingly CourtLondonW1B 5PW