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Simple vanilla cupcake recipe. vanilla cupcakes with white frosting and sprinkles from Cleveland cooking

Easy Vanilla Cupcakes

Author: Dan Harper
194kcal
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Prep 17 minutes
Cook 13 minutes
Total 30 minutes
These easy vanilla cupcakes come together in 30 minutes using a unique hot milk method. This technique creates a moist, tender texture that stays fresh for days. It is a reliable, family-tested recipe for any skill level.
Servings 12 cupcakes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Method

  1. Heat milk and butter in the microwave until butter is melted (about 60 seconds). Do not let it boil. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Sift flour, baking powder, and sea salt together.
  3. Add eggs and sugar to a mixing bowl and combine until light and fluffy.
  4. Add vanilla and combine.
  5. Add flour mixture in two additions and mix until about 80% combined.
  6. Add butter mixture and combine. The batter will be thin.
  7. Fill cupcake liners ½ way to top.
  8. Bake at 350 degrees F for 11-13 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving12gCalories194kcalCarbohydrates29gProtein3gFat7gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat0.5gMonounsaturated Fat2gTrans Fat0.2gCholesterol57mgSodium171mgPotassium50mgFiber0.4gSugar17gVitamin A251IUCalcium52mgIron1mg

Notes

  • Scaling Tip: If you are meal-prepping treats for a work week or a large party, this recipe doubles easily. Use a larger mixing bowl and ensure your eggs are at room temperature to help them emulsify with the warm milk mixture more quickly.

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