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Easy Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe

Easy Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful simplicity of this Easy Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe, where each bite offers a soft, fluffy texture crowned with creamy buttercream frosting. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a sweet treat at home, these classic cupcakes are quick to whip up with minimal ingredients. Whether you choose to enjoy them plain or get creative with toppings, they are sure to impress your family and friends.

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light yellow. Gradually add melted butter and vanilla while mixing.
  4. Alternately add dry mixture and milk to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about ¾ full with batter.
  6. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan briefly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For frosting, beat together softened butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth; add vanilla and cream until fluffy.
  9. Frost cooled cupcakes as desired.

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