Foolproof Vanilla Cupcakes With Powdered Sugar Dusting Recipe: A Crowd-Pleasing Dessert for Birthdays and Holidays
A good vanilla cupcakes should be tender, moist, and not too sweet. This recipe delivers all three.
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Ingredients
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 115 g unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 120 ml milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- a pinch of salt
- 2 tsp extra vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp sour cream or plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175 °C (350 °F). Prepare a 12-cup muffin tin lined with paper cases.
- Beat the butter and sugar for 3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Fold into the batter in two batches, alternating with the milk.
- Fold in the vanilla ingredients from the list above.
- Spoon the batter into the pan and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until a skewer comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before turning out onto a rack.
- Dust the cooled cake with the powdered sugar just before serving.
Tips
- Ovens vary, so start checking a few minutes before the suggested time.
- Bring the eggs, butter, and milk to room temperature for a smoother batter.
Storage
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for up to 2 months.
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