Description
Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream are fluffy, sweet delights topped with rich frosting, perfect for any celebration or as a satisfying treat.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Fill each liner two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and springy.
- For the buttercream, beat softened butter, then gradually add sifted powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Substitute vanilla extract with almond extract for added flavor or mix in chocolate chips for extra sweetness. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.