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Vanilla Cup cake Recipe

Vanilla Cup cake Recipe
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This Vanilla Cupcake Recipe delivers light, fluffy cupcakes infused with rich vanilla flavor. Simple and quick to prepare with everyday ingredients, they provide a perfect base for creative frostings and toppings, ideal for all occasions and skill levels.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Bring butter, eggs, and milk to room temperature for a smoother batter and even baking. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute leavening and seasoning.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat softened butter and sugar on medium speed until pale and fluffy, incorporating air for lightness.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Stir in vanilla extract to infuse rich flavor.
  5. Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk: Gradually add dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk in two additions, mixing on low speed just until combined to avoid dense cupcakes.
  6. Fill and Bake: Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Frost: Cool cupcakes in pan 5 minutes, transfer to wire rack to cool completely before frosting with preferred frosting.

Notes

  • Perfect room temperature: Ingredients blend more evenly and create smoother batter.
  • Measure flour correctly by spooning and leveling to avoid dense cupcakes.
  • Don’t overmix after adding dry ingredients to keep cupcakes tender and fluffy.
  • Use an oven thermometer for consistent baking temperature and even rises.
  • Cool cupcakes completely before frosting to prevent melting.

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