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Irresistible Easy Vanilla Cupcakes: The Best Buttercream Recipe

Irresistible Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Recipe
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Indulge in these irresistible vanilla cupcakes topped with a light and fluffy buttercream frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until everything is well combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
  9. For the buttercream frosting, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar, adding milk until the desired consistency is reached.
  10. Frost the cooled cupcakes as desired.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature ingredients.
  • You can add food coloring to the frosting for a fun twist.

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