Description
Indulge in the joy of baking with these Irresistible Cupcakes! Each bite offers a fluffy, moist texture complemented by rich flavors of vanilla and chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these delightful treats are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply craving something sweet, these cupcakes will undoubtedly bring smiles all around.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup cocoa powder (optional)
- Frosting of choice (buttercream or cream cheese)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder (if using), and salt until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in the vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg