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Easy Moist Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting

These vanilla cupcakes are soft, moist, and topped with creamy vanilla frosting, perfect for any celebration or brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cupcakes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened Make sure it's softened to cream easily
  • 2 large eggs Add one at a time, blending well after each
  • 1/2 cup milk Loosens the batter for moisture
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Provides classic vanilla flavor
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder Ensure even rise
  • 1/4 tsp salt
For frosting and toppings
  • Vanilla frosting (store-bought or homemade) Thick enough to hold a swirl
  • Food coloring (optional) For tinting frosting
  • Toppings (optional, e.g., sprinkles, chocolate) For decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until fluffy and lighter in color.
  3. Mix in the eggs one at a time, ensuring the batter looks smooth and thicker.
  4. Add the milk and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until no dry flour remains.
  7. Spoon batter into the liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting to maintain the frosting's shape.
Frosting
  1. Frost with vanilla frosting, tint with food coloring if desired, and add toppings.

Notes

Store frosted cupcakes in a covered container. Refrigerate for longer storage and bring to room temperature before serving.