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Irresistible Easy Vanilla Cupcakes: The Best Buttercream Recipe

Irresistible Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Recipe
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Learn how to make irresistible easy vanilla cupcakes topped with the best buttercream frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 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. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the flour.
  6. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool completely before frosting with buttercream.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature ingredients.
  • Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container.

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