Description
These easy vanilla cupcakes are a classic treat perfect for any occasion. Soft, moist, and fluffy with a delicate vanilla flavor, they are simple to make and pair wonderfully with a creamy buttercream frosting. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or an everyday sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
- Cream butter: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened unsalted butter until it becomes light and fluffy, which should take about 3 minutes.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine dry and wet ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk and sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fill cupcake liners: Evenly divide the batter among the lined muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake cupcakes: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Cool cupcakes: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost and serve: Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with your favorite buttercream frosting and enjoy this classic vanilla treat.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep cupcakes tender and light.
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for smooth creaming.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier taste.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest to the batter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
