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Cupcakes

Deliciously Easy Cupcakes Recipe for Any Occasion

This delicious Cupcakes recipe is simple and perfect for any event, delivering delightful flavors and textures that everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • ½ cup milk room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk adjust for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • cupcake pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, cream together the ½ cup of softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and milk.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting Preparation
  1. For the frosting, beat the 1 cup of softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well.
  3. Add the 2 tablespoons of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and beat until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Frost the cooled cupcakes as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to add chocolate chips, fruit zest, or experiment with different extracts for a unique cupcake experience. For a dairy-free version, substitute with coconut milk.

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