Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting
These irresistible vanilla cupcakes with creamy buttercream frosting are the perfect treat for any occasion.Light, fluffy, and bursting with vanilla flavor, they are crowned with a silky smooth American buttercream. Enjoy!
Ingredients
For the cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups cake flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk room temperature
For the buttercream:
- 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk or cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cupcakes are cooling, let's whip up that luscious buttercream:
- In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
- If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk. If it's too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- Once your cupcakes are completely cool, it's time to frost! Get creative with your piping techniques or simply spread it on with a knife. Either way, they'll be delicious!