Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with our Perfect Vanilla Cupcake recipe. These cupcakes are light, fluffy, and infused with rich vanilla flavor, making them a perfect treat for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to cozy family gatherings. The simple ingredients and straightforward instructions make this recipe accessible to bakers of all skill levels. You’ll love how these tender cupcakes rise beautifully, creating a perfect base for your favorite frosting or simply enjoyed on their own. Impress your friends and family with this classic dessert that promises consistent results every time you bake.
Ingredients
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- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1¼ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk (or plain kefir), room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream the softened butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually incorporate the flour mixture alternating with buttermilk until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Fill each cupcake liner about ⅔ full with batter.
- Bake for 20–23 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 183
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 131mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 38mg