As a rule, a CTE will NEVER improve performance. A CTE is essentially a disposable view. There are no additional statistics stored, no indexes, etc. It functions as a shorthand for a subquery. In my opinion they can be EASILY overused (I see a lot of overuse in code in my job).
Check the cupcakes at the minimum baking time. If the recommended baking time is 18-22 minutes, check them at 17 or 18 minutes (just a quick peek, make sure not to let too much heat out of the oven). If the tops are rounded and no long appear wet, they may be done.
Step 1: Choose a cupcake recipe. 1  The easiest way to make a cupcake is to use a cake mix and follow the package directions for cupcakes. 2  If you want to make your cupcakes from scratch, we have dozens of delicious cupcake recipes you'll love. 3  Once you've chosen your cupcake recipe, preheat the oven.tep 4: Fill cupcake liners. 1  Fill the cupcake liners 2/3 to 3/4 of the way full (about 3 tablespoons). 2  Avoid adding too much batter or the cupcakes will overflow from the cups as they bake and cause a mess.