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The Ultimate Moist and Fluffy Classic Vanilla Cupcakes

A single, perfectly baked vanilla cupcake topped with a swirl of white buttercream frosting.
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Learn how to bake bakery style vanilla cupcakes from scratch that are incredibly moist and fluffy. This easy homemade cupcake recipe is perfect for birthdays and parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Increase the speed to medium and beat for 1 minute until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. To make the Simple Vanilla Buttercream: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  10. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed.
  11. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, adding the remaining cream if needed to reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  12. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously using a piping bag or a knife.

Notes

  • For the moist cupcake texture, make sure your eggs and milk are at room temperature before mixing.
  • Sifting the powdered sugar for the frosting prevents lumps and helps you achieve a smooth finish.
  • If you want bakery style cupcakes, use a large star tip for frosting.

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