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A display of beautifully decorated cupcakes with various frostings

Proven way to grow 7 stunning Cupcakes

This recipe provides a straightforward and reliable method for baking 7 visually appealing and delicious cupcakes, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 7 cupcakes
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Paper liners
  • Mixing bowls (medium and large)
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer (optional)
  • Wooden skewer
  • Wire rack

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 Large egg
  • 0.5 cup Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with 7 paper liners.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and egg until light and fluffy.

Mixing

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Baking

  • Divide the batter evenly among the 7 prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cooling

  • Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, make sure your butter and egg are at room temperature before you start. Feel free to experiment with different frostings and toppings to personalize your cupcakes!