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Mini Vanilla Cupcakes

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Mini Vanilla Cupcakes are soft, fluffy, bite-sized treats filled with classic vanilla flavor and topped with creamy frosting. Perfect for parties, birthdays, holidays, or dessert tables, these adorable cupcakes are easy to customize and always crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup butter for frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for frosting
  • 2 tbsp milk or cream for frosting
  • Sprinkles (optional)
  • Mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • Fresh berries (optional)
  • Colored frosting (optional)
  • Edible glitter (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a mini muffin pan with mini cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined.
  7. Fill the mini cupcake liners about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
  10. Prepare the frosting by beating butter until creamy, then gradually adding powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  11. Pipe or spread frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.
  12. Decorate with sprinkles, berries, or other optional toppings before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cupcakes soft and fluffy.
  • Fill cupcake liners only two-thirds full for the best rise.
  • Add lemon zest or almond extract for flavor variations.
  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Refrigerate frosted cupcakes for up to 5 days and bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Freeze unfrosted cupcakes for up to 2 months.
  • These cupcakes are perfect for birthdays, weddings, and themed celebrations.

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