Description
Vanilla Cupcakes are a timeless treat, featuring a soft and fluffy texture that’s simple to make. Perfect for any celebration, these classic cupcakes will delight everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with the milk until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Scoop the batter into cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with your favorite icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg