Cupcake Recipe| Cupcake Decoration| Cupcake Ingredients
Cupcake Recipe| Cupcake Decoration| Cupcake Ingredients
Cupcakes are a universal symbol of joy, perfect for celebrations or simply indulging your sweet tooth. In this blog post, I'll guide you through an easy-to-follow recipe to create moist, fluffy cupcakes that are sure to impress. Along the way, we'll add some tips and tricks for perfecting your baking skills.
Ingredients You'll Need
For the cupcakes:
1 and 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
For the frosting:
1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
3 to 4 cups (360-480g) powdered sugar
1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Food coloring (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tray with paper liners to make cleanup a breeze.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined to avoid overmixing.
6. Fill and Bake
Scoop the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
7. Make the Frosting
In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Beat on high until fluffy. Add food coloring if desired.
8. Decorate
Using a piping bag or a simple knife, frost the cupcakes as you like. Add sprinkles, edible glitter, or other decorations to make them extra special.
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