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Mava Cupcake Why think of cupcakes as a typically western format of cooking? here is a version that is steeped in indian tradition, made with readymade mava pedas. The hint of nutmeg adds to the desi character of this cupcake. For best results, use the freshest pedas, and serve with hot tea or coffee. Preparation Time:  5 mins Makes 6 cupcakes Ingredients 3/4 cup   plain flour (maida) 3/4 tsp   baking powder 1/4 tsp   baking soda 1/2 cup  (200 gms)  condensed milk 3 tbsp   melted butter   1/2 tsp   vanilla essence 3 tbsp  crumbled  mava peda  , readily available 2 tsp   nutmeg (jaiphal) powder For The Garnish icing sugar nutmeg (jaiphal) powder edible coloured stars Method Sieve the plain flour, baking powder and soda bi-carb together in a bowl and keep aside. Combine the condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla essence and 2 tbsp of water in another bowl and whisk well. Add the flour mixture, mava...