Description
Indulge in the joy of baking with these Classic Vanilla Cupcakes, a timeless treat loved by all. With their soft, fluffy texture and rich buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Made with basic pantry staples, this easy recipe ensures delicious results every time. Whether you enjoy them plain or topped with vibrant sprinkles and fruits, these cupcakes will brighten any occasion. Follow this simple guide to create delightful vanilla cupcakes that are sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- ⅔ cup sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar using an electric mixer until light yellow (1–2 minutes). Gradually add melted butter and vanilla extract while mixing.
- Alternate adding the dry mixture and milk to the wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Spoon batter into lined muffin cups (fill each about ¾ full).
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg