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Basic Vanilla Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream

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17Ingredients
101Minutes
310Calories
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Basic Vanilla Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream
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Description

Look no further for a foolproof recipe. These vanilla cupcakes come out perfectly every time.

Ingredients

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24 SERVINGS
  • 10 Tbsp. unsalted butter (softened, for cupcakes)
  • 1 Tbsp. canola oil
  • 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract (for cupcakes)
  • 1/8 tsp. almond extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt (for cupcakes)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (1 cup is 8 oz., softened, for frosting)
  • 4 Tbsp. cream cheese (4 Tbsp. is 2 oz., softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 3 Tbsp. heavy cream (plus more as needed)
  • 1/8 tsp. salt (for frosting)
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    Directions

    1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    2. Line two 12-cavity muffin pans with paper liners. Set aside.
    3. Place the butter, canola oil, granulated sugar, vanilla, and almond extract in a large mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, cream ingredients together on medium speed until smooth, about 1 minute. Add the eggs and continue to beat until mixture is light and fluffy, about 1 minute longer.
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    310Calories
    Sodium
    Fat
    Carbs
    Fiber
    Potassium
    Calories310Calories from Fat140
    % DAILY VALUE
    Total Fat16g25%
    Saturated Fat9g45%
    Trans Fat
    Cholesterol65mg22%
    Sodium150mg6%
    Potassium55mg2%
    Protein3g
    Calories from Fat140
    % DAILY VALUE
    Total Carbohydrate41g14%
    Dietary Fiber0g0%
    Sugars32g
    Vitamin A10%
    Vitamin C0%
    Calcium6%
    Iron4%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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    GreenEyedGuide a year ago
    Cupcakes were light and fluffy and easy to make. I was pleasantly surprised they were the perfect sweetness.

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