Description

Vanilla cupcakes are the epitome of dessert bliss—soft, fluffy, and bursting with rich vanilla flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these delightful treats can elevate birthdays, casual gatherings, or simply satisfy your sweet cravings. With an easy-to-follow recipe and minimal ingredients, you’ll be whipping up a batch in no time. The warm aroma and tender texture will have everyone reaching for seconds!

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 large eggs
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
½ cup milk

Instructions

Preheat the 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, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
Gradually add milk to the mixture while blending on low speed.
Fold in dry ingredients gently until just combined.
Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool completely before frosting.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 186
Sugar: 19g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or lemon zest. Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.