Cup Cake

Great! Here’s a classic vanilla cupcake recipe — light, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion. I’ll break it down step by step.

🧁 Classic Vanilla Cupcake Recipe (Makes 12 Cupcakes)

⏱ Time:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Bake Time: 18–20 minutes

• Total Time: ~35 minutes

✨ Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

• ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature

Optional: For Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

• 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened

• 3–4 cups (360–480g) powdered sugar, sifted

• 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions

🔹 Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

🔹 Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together:

   • 1½ cups flour

   • 1½ tsp baking powder

   • ¼ tsp salt

2. Set aside.

🔹 Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar

1. In a large bowl, beat ½ cup butter and 1 cup sugar using a hand or stand mixer.

2. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

🔹 Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla

1. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.

2. Mix in 2 tsp vanilla extract.

🔹 Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

1. Reduce mixer speed to low.

2. Add the dry ingredients in 3 parts, alternating with ½ cup milk (in 2 parts):

   • Start and end with dry ingredients.

   • Do not overmix – just mix until combined.

🔹 Step 6: Fill and Bake

1. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 liners (about ¾ full).

2. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

🔹 Step 7: Cool

• Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes.

• Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

🍦 Vanilla Buttercream Frosting (Optional)

Step 1: Beat Butter

• Beat 1 cup softened butter on medium speed for 2 minutes.

Step 2: Add Powdered Sugar

• Gradually add 3–4 cups powdered sugar, mixing on low.

• Add 2 tsp vanilla extract and 2–3 tbsp cream/milk.

• Beat for 3–5 minutes until fluffy.

• Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.

Step 3: Frost

• Use a piping bag or spoon to frost your cooled cupcakes.

• Decorate with sprinkles if desired!

✅ Tips

• Don’t overmix – it makes cupcakes dense.

• Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature.

• Want chocolate? Replace ¼ cup flour with unsweetened cocoa powder.