Delightful Valentine’s Day Vanilla Cupcakes
This Valentine’s Day Vanilla Cupcakes recipe is simple and delicious, perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste for frosting
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup sprinkles or edible glitter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a separate bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla bean paste until smooth.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- For frosting, beat butter, powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, and cream until smooth.
- Once cupcakes are cool, frost and decorate with sprinkles.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to blend smoothly.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep cupcakes tender.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep cupcakes tender.