This is a classic recipe for vanilla cupcakes. They are light and fluffy, and can be easily adapted to suit your own personal taste. The possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup (200 g) sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) milk
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Add flour mixture and milk alternately to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
- Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Potential changes & improvements
There are endless possibilities when it comes to changing up this recipe. You could add different extracts, like almond or lemon, to the batter. Or stir in some chocolate chips, or chopped nuts. Get creative!
What other food it works well with
These cupcakes are delicious on their own, but they would also be good with a simple frosting. Vanilla, chocolate, or even a fruit-based frosting would be good. Or, if you want something a little lighter, you could dust them with powdered sugar.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake when making cupcakes is over-mixing the batter. This can result in tough, dry cupcakes. So be careful not to overdo it!
Nutritional Information
This recipe makes 12 cupcakes. Each cupcake has approximately:
- 250 calories
- 10 g fat
- 35 g carbohydrates
- 3 g protein
Allergens:
- Wheat
- Dairy
- Eggs