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Vanilla Cupcakes

Vanilla cupcakes are moist, tender baked goods with a light crumb and a delicate vanilla aroma. They are typically made by mixing a batter of flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and vanilla, then baking until golden with a soft, airy texture. The finished cupcakes have a smooth, slightly domed top and a melt-in-your-mouth crumb.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: bakery
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk whole or 2%

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Cupcake pan
  • Paper cupcake liners
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners. Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. Cream the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes, and turns pale in color.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix until fully blended. The mixture should be smooth and slightly thickened.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk in two additions. Mix on low speed until just combined, taking care not to overmix and watching for a smooth, homogeneous batter.
  5. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to release any air bubbles and level the batter.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the cupcakes are golden on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. You should hear a slight spring back when gently pressed.