Description
Deliciously fluffy vanilla cupcakes perfect for the holiday season, embodying warmth and joyful memories.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cupcake pan with liners or grease them lightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together.
- In another bowl, beat the butter until soft. Gradually add the sugar mixture, beating until creamy and fluffy.
- Mix in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture and milk, alternating and gently mixing until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into the liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Frost as desired and add sprinkles.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing for fluffy cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cupcakes, vanilla, Christmas, holiday baking, dessert recipes