Making desserts is a fun and satisfying activity, and cupcakes are an excellent choice.

They're delicious and convenient, and for newbies making cupcakes is a great place to start. First, we need to prepare some basic materials and tools.

You will need some cupcake cups, flour, sugar, eggs, milk, butter, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Additionally, you'll need a mixing bowl, a whisk, and an oven.

The first step is to mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. You can use a whisk to beat them to make sure they are evenly mixed. Next, add the eggs, milk, and melted butter. Keep stirring until you get a smooth batter. Remember, don't over-mix, lest the batter become too dense.

Next, place the cupcake cups on the baking sheet and spoon the batter into each cup. Fill to about 2/3 of the height so the cake has room to expand during baking. If you like, you can also add some chocolate chips or other fruit chunks to the batter for extra texture.

Now place the baking tray in an oven preheated to 180C and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the top of the cake turns golden brown. To check if the cake is done, you can insert a toothpick into the center of the cake, if the toothpick comes out without sticking batter, then the cake is done.

When the cupcakes are done, remove the pan from the oven and let them cool slightly on the pan. You can then remove them from the baking sheet and let them cool completely on a cooling rack.

Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, you can start decorating them. This is a chance to show off your creativity by decorating cupcakes with everything from buttercream, icing, fruit, chocolate strands, and more.

You can go for a simple decoration, like topping the cake with a layer of buttercream and sprinkles with colored icing, or you can try something more complex, like extruding a delicate pattern from a piping bag.

The process of making cupcakes can take some practice to master. But don't be afraid to make mistakes, everyone has a learning process. And if your cupcakes aren't perfect, that's okay because they'll still taste delicious.

Making cupcakes is a great activity to enjoy with family or friends. You can invite them to participate in the production process, and everyone can share fun and food. And, when you give someone homemade cupcakes, they are sure to be surprised and delighted.

All in all, making cupcakes as a novice was a fun and rewarding experience. It not only satisfies your dessert cravings but also showcases your creativity.

Although it might be a bit of a challenge at first, with practice and experience you'll become more proficient. Pick up the materials now and start your cupcake journey! Good luck making delicious and beautiful cupcakes!