Description
Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Icing are the ultimate sweet treat for any occasion, blending a soft, fluffy vanilla cake with rich, creamy frosting. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply enjoying a sweet moment, these charming cupcakes are sure to impress. With their delightful aroma and beautiful presentation, they evoke cherished memories of childhood parties. Indulge in these little bites of happiness that promise pure bliss in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely on wire racks before frosting.
- For frosting: Beat butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over cooled cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg