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Cupcakes

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These homemade cupcakes are soft, fluffy, and topped with a creamy vanilla frosting. Perfect for any occasion, they’re a sweet treat that’s sure to delight everyone who tastes them!

Ingredients

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For the cupcakes:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk

For the frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), softened
  • 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Whisk the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Alternate adding the dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk in two additions. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.
  • Fill the cupcake liners: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners.
  • Bake the cupcakes: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Make the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth and creamy. Beat in the milk and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  • Frost the cupcakes: Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, frost them with your desired amount of frosting.

Notes

  • You can add food coloring to the frosting to match any theme or occasion.
  • For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest or almond extract to the batter.
  • You can also decorate the cupcakes with sprinkles or other toppings of your choice.

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