Step 1

To make this fairy cakes recipe, heat the oven to 200C fan, 180C fan, gas Place fairy cake cases into a 12-hole bun tin, to keep a good even shape as they bake.

Step 2

Measure all the ingredients into a large bowl and beat for 2-3 mins until the mixture is well blended and smooth. Fill each paper case with the mixture.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cakes are well risen and golden brown. Lift the paper cases out of the bun tin and cool the cakes on a wire rack.

Step 4

Put the icing sugar in a bowl and gradually blend in the warm water until you have a fairly stiff icing. Spoon over the top of the cakes and decorate with sweets.