Description
Experience the joy of baking with this Perfect Vanilla Cupcake Recipe, ideal for any occasion. These cupcakes are incredibly soft and fluffy, rising beautifully to create a delightful treat that pairs well with a variety of frostings. Whether it’s a birthday party, bridal shower, or just a sweet craving, these cupcakes will impress everyone with their delicious flavor and texture. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, bakers of all skill levels can whip up these delightful desserts in no time. Treat yourself or your loved ones to these irresistible vanilla cupcakes that are sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (or plain kefir)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk until just combined.
- Fill each liner about two-thirds full and bake for 20-23 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-23 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg