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Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe

Vanilla cupcakes with creamy white frosting topped with colorful rainbow sprinkles on a cake stand.
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Vanilla cupcakes are soft, fluffy, and full of rich vanilla flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these classic cupcakes are easy to make and versatile enough to customize with your favorite frostings and fillings.

Ingredients

  • All-Purpose or Cake Flour – provides structure and a soft crumb
  • Baking Powder – ensures the cupcakes rise evenly
  • Salt – balances sweetness and enhances flavor
  • Eggs – bind ingredients and add moisture
  • Granulated Sugar – sweetens and helps with texture
  • Butter or Oil – adds richness and keeps cupcakes moist
  • Milk or Buttermilk – hydrates and tenderizes the crumb
  • Vanilla Extract – delivers the signature flavor

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. In another bowl, combine milk and vanilla extract.
  6. Alternate adding dry and wet ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing just until combined.
  7. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Chill for 10 minutes before removing from pan, then cool completely before frosting.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and rise.
  • Creaming butter and sugar properly ensures light, fluffy texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter once flour is added.
  • Use real vanilla extract for best flavor.
  • Cool cupcakes completely before frosting to prevent melting.

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