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Vanilla Cupcakes with Classic Vanilla Frosting
Molly

Vanilla Cupcakes with Classic Vanilla Frosting

Light, sweet vanilla cupcakes with a tender crumb layered with creamy frosting. Perfect for birthdays, showers, or tea, these fluffly treats use precise mixing techniques to maintain moisture and structure.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: CITRUS DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups bread flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp baking powder

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. Beat butter until smooth, gradually add sugar
  3. Add egg whites in batches until emulsified and glossy
  4. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt; reserve 1/2 cup
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and 1/4 cup buttermilk to butter mixture in thirds
  6. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full and bake 18-22 minutes until clean

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g

Notes

Measure flour by spooning into cup, level with knife
Use silicone molds for even baking
Coconut sugar substitutions work with extra liquid
Reserve 1/2 cup flour for step 4
Frost cups immediately to prevent staleness

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