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Best East Vanilla Cupcakes

Delightful soft and moist cupcakes with a hint of sweet vanilla, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/3 cups All-purpose flour This forms the fluffy base of our cupcakes.
  • 1.5 tsp Baking powder Helps cupcakes rise beautifully.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Butter (Unsalted, Melted) Adds a luxurious depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Creates a lovely balance with the vanilla.
  • 1 large Egg (Room temperature) Helps bind the batter.
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (Or sour cream, Full fat) Adds moisture and tanginess.
  • 3/4 cup Milk (Whole) Keeps the cupcakes soft and moist.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract Brings a beautifully aromatic flavor.
Frosting
  • 2 cups American buttercream frosting Elevates the cupcakes with sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Set aside.
Mixing Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Mix until creamy.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Add the egg, Greek yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture. Mix until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cupcake tray with liners and fill batter about 2/3 full.
  2. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cooling and Frosting
  1. Allow cupcakes to cool completely at room temperature. Frost with American buttercream frosting.

Notes

Make sure ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Don’t overmix the dry and wet ingredients.