simple cupcakes
These simple cupcakes are soft, fluffy, and easy to make with basic ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, they’re versatile and can be customized with different flavors and frostings. Whether for a birthday party or a simple treat, these cupcakes are a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Mix the dry ingredients: Whisk together flour and baking powder in a bowl.
- Cream the butter and sugar: Beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed before adding the next.
- Add the vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Start and finish with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Scoop the batter: Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.