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Classic Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe

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A simple and reliable recipe for light, fluffy vanilla cupcakes, perfect as a base for any frosting and ideal for celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on medium speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use buttermilk instead of milk.
  • Ensure your butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
  • These cupcakes are a great base for various frostings, such as vanilla buttercream or cream cheese frosting.
  • Consider these for your next meal planning session as a crowd-pleasing dessert.

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