Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes 🧁🍰🥛🍦

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These Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes are the ultimate treat for any occasion—whether it’s a birthday, holiday, or just because. With their tender, moist crumb, rich vanilla flavor, and buttery cream cheese or vanilla frosting, these cupcakes are everything you’ve ever wanted in a dessert. They’re easy to make, customizable, and guaranteed to impress. Whether you’re a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, this recipe will give you flawless results every time. Let’s whip up these dreamy cupcakes and enjoy every bite of pure vanilla goodness!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Light & Fluffy Texture: The perfect balance of softness and structure.
  • Rich Vanilla Flavor: Enhanced with real vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste for extra luxury).
  • Customizable Frosting: Top with your favorite buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or whipped cream.
  • Versatile: Perfect for birthdays, parties, or as a sweet treat anytime.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract (or 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or buttermilk for extra tenderness), room temperature

For the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1–2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk (adjust for consistency)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: Gel food coloring for decorating

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat and Prep

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners or grease lightly.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

2. Cream Butter and Sugar

  1. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together on medium speed for 2–3 minutes, until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

3. Alternate Dry Ingredients and Milk




 

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