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Delightful Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting

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Delight in these soft, fluffy vanilla cupcakes topped with rich buttercream frosting—perfect for any celebration or a sweet indulgence anytime!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • All-Purpose Flour
  • Baking Powder
  • Unsalted Butter
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Eggs
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Whole Milk
  • Powdered Sugar (for frosting)
  • Heavy Cream (or Milk for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients, alternating with milk; fold gently.
  6. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. For the buttercream, beat unsalted butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in heavy cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Once cupcakes are completely cool, frost generously.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake (68g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg