🧁 Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes – Light, Fluffy & Foolproof!
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There’s something timeless and irresistible about a classic vanilla cupcake. Whether you're baking for a birthday, celebration, or simply craving a sweet treat, these perfect vanilla cupcakes are soft, moist, and bursting with real vanilla flavor. This recipe is easy to follow and delivers bakery-style results right from your home kitchen!
🌟 What Makes This Recipe Perfect?
- ✅ Soft and tender crumb
- ✅ Rich vanilla flavor using real vanilla extract
- ✅ Simple ingredients — no fancy tools needed
- ✅ Perfect base for any frosting or decoration
📝 Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add half the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, then the milk, and then the remaining flour. Mix just until combined — don’t overmix!
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
🍰 Frosting Ideas:
- Classic Vanilla Buttercream
- Chocolate Ganache
- Cream Cheese Frosting
- Strawberry Whipped Cream
Top with sprinkles, berries, or even a drizzle of caramel — make them your own!
📦 Storage Tips:
- Store unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Frosted cupcakes can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
- Freezes well (unfrosted) for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
💬 Final Thoughts:
These vanilla cupcakes are perfect for any occasion — or no occasion at all. Light, fluffy, and full of flavor, they're a must-have in your recipe collection. Once you make them from scratch, you’ll never go back to box mixes again!
Try this recipe and let us know your favorite way to decorate them! 🧁✨
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