Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of our Easy Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe, perfect for any occasion. These soft and fluffy cupcakes are bursting with rich vanilla flavor, making them a timeless treat that appeals to both children and adults. Topped with creamy buttercream frosting, they offer endless customization options for birthdays, holidays, or just when you want to satisfy your sweet tooth. With straightforward ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can whip up a batch in no time. Whether served plain or jazzed up with fresh fruit or sprinkles, these cupcakes are sure to impress!
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
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar (for frosting)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon heavy whipping cream (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light yellow. Gradually add melted butter and vanilla while mixing.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about ¾ full with batter and bake for 15–18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for five minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the frosting, cream softened butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth; add vanilla and whipping cream until light and fluffy.
- Frost cooled cupcakes as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg