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Classic Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting

A single, perfectly baked vanilla cupcake topped with swirls of creamy white frosting on a white plate.
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Bake light, fluffy vanilla cupcakes with a classic vanilla flavor and a simple buttercream frosting. This recipe is perfect for parties, birthdays, or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Buttercream Frosting:
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the cupcakes cool, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  10. Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, and beat until smooth and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  11. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the buttercream frosting.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of almond extract to the cupcake batter.
  • Decorate your cupcakes with sprinkles, edible glitter, or fresh fruit for a festive touch.
  • Ensure your butter is at room temperature for both the cupcakes and frosting for best results.

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