Vanilla Cupcakes

American · Summer · 60 min · Serves 12 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

These vanilla cupcakes are light, fluffy, and topped with a simple buttercream frosting. Perfect for any summer gathering or just a sweet treat at home.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup milk
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
6. For the buttercream, beat the softened butter with a mixer until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream, beating until light and fluffy.
7. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the buttercream using a spatula or piping bag.