Elevate your baking game with this timeless Classic Vanilla Cupcake recipe, where simplicity meets elegance in a perfect bite-sized treat. These cupcakes embody the pure essence of vanilla, offering a delicate sweetness that appeals to all palates. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a little sweetness, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through creating delightful cupcakes that are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Classic Vanilla Cupcakes
A cherished recipe that captures the essence of timeless baking. These cupcakes epitomize the delicate and enticing flavor of vanilla, making them a delightful treat for any occasion. The recipe guides you through creating a tender and moist cupcake batter, perfectly balanced with the subtle sweetness of vanilla. Topped with a velvety vanilla buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are a canvas for your creativity, allowing for customization with colors and decorations. Whether shared at celebrations or savored as a sweet indulgence, these classic vanilla cupcakes encapsulate the joy of homemade baking in every bite.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- electric mixer
- Cupcake pan
- Cupcake liners
- Piping bag and tips (optional)
Ingredients
- all purpose flour
- baking powder
- salt
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- eggs
- heavy cream
- whole milk
- food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring they are well incorporated.Mix in the pure vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture and the milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Spoon the cupcake batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
- Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
- In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth.Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk or heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until the frosting is fluffy and well combined.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, use a piping bag and tip or an offset spatula to frost them with the vanilla buttercream frosting.
- Add sprinkles or other decorations of your choice to the frosted cupcakes.
- Your Classic Vanilla Cupcakes are now ready to be enjoyed! Serve them at gatherings or simply savor their sweet simplicity.
Video
Notes
- You can add a few drops of food coloring to the frosting to create colorful cupcakes.
- Customize the cupcakes by adding fillings such as fruit preserves or chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
- Store the cupcakes in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Nutrition
Serving: 800g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!