Description
Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream are a timeless dessert that brings joy to any occasion with their light, fluffy texture and rich, creamy frosting. These delightful cupcakes are easy to make and perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a sweet afternoon treat. Each bite combines the classic flavor of vanilla cake with a luscious buttercream topping, ensuring happiness for both kids and adults alike. With endless customization options—like adding almond extract or colorful sprinkles—you can make these cupcakes uniquely yours. Follow this simple recipe to create bakery-quality vanilla cupcakes right in your own kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- For the Frosting: 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture while alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting with buttercream made by beating powdered sugar, butter, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg