Irresistible Vanilla Cupcakes
Indulge in the delight of homemade vanilla cupcakes that are light, fluffy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these treats are topped with creamy frosting or enjoyed plain for a classic taste. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a batch that will bring smiles to everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with milk, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg