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Pastel Vanilla Cupcakes

Delicious Pastel Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe for Sweet Celebrations

These pastel vanilla cupcakes are light, fluffy, and perfect for any celebration, with a creamy frosting that makes them irresistible.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
Frosting
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoon milk

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • cupcake liners
  • Oven
  • electric mixer
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Baking the Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
  7. Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with the batter.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Making the Frosting
  1. For the frosting, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add vanilla extract and milk to achieve desired consistency.
  3. Frost the cooled cupcakes as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9g

Notes

Feel free to customize the cupcakes with your favorite toppings or flavors for a personal touch.

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