Spring is here and so are the birds. These yummy cake balls resemble beautiful bird eggs and are the perfect combination of ‘sweet n sour’. They are easy to make and perfect for family and friends to enjoy in the warmer weather.
The ingredients will need are: 1 cup all purpose flour, 1 cup sugar, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp baking soda, ½ cup butter, ½ cup water, ¼ cup sour cream, 1 whole egg, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and yellow decorating icing.
Then in a small saucepan , melt the butter over medium heat. Then add ½ cup water and bring to a boil.
Once the mixture is at a boil pour it over the dry ingredients and beat until it is slightly blended. Now add and beat in the sour cream, egg, lemon zest and fresh lemon juice till it becomes a smooth consistency.
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees fahrenheit. As it is warming up scoop batter into a small muffin pan.
After you take them out let them cool for five to 10 minutes. After they have cooled softly shape them into a small ball using your hands (be gentle).
After you have done this take your yellow icing and mix it with a bit of fresh lemon juice. Then begin to apply glaze to the cake balls by spreading it around the top with a spoon. Then let them set for about 30 minutes to ensure they stay in an egg shape. Then you are ready to enjoy these delicious treats.
All photos by Isabella Partlow'22