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Deliciously fluffy perfect vanilla cupcakes topped with creamy frosting.

Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes

Delight in these soft, fluffy Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes topped with luscious vanilla buttercream frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature eggs for best results.
  • 0.5 cup milk Room temperature milk is preferred.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
Frosting Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it’s at room temperature.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, beat softened butter in a bowl, then gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  2. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the vanilla buttercream.

Notes

Store your cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, refrigerate for about a week or freeze them without frosting for up to three months.