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  1. Making classic vanilla cupcakes at home is easy and yields soft, fluffy, and delicious results! Here is a simple step-by-step recipe for standard vanilla cupcakes with vanilla buttercream frosting.
    ​Classic Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe
    ​Prep time: 15 minutes
    ​Bake time: 18–20 minutes
    ​Yield: 12 cupcakes
    ​🛒 Ingredients
    ​For the Cupcakes:
    ​1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
    ​1 ½ tsp baking powder
    ​¼ tsp salt
    ​½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
    ​¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
    ​2 large eggs, room temperature
    ​2 tsp pure vanilla extract
    ​½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
    ​For the Vanilla Buttercream:
    ​½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
    ​1 ½ to 2 cups (180–240g) powdered sugar
    ​1–2 tbsp heavy cream or milk
    ​1 tsp vanilla extract
    ​Pinch of salt
    ​🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions
    ​1. Prep your Station
    ​Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
    ​Line a standard 12-cup muffin pan with paper cupcake liners.
    ​2. Combine Dry Ingredients
    ​In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
    ​3. Cream Butter and Sugar
    ​In a large bowl (or using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment), beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium speed for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
    ​4. Add Wet Ingredients
    ​Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
    ​Stir in the vanilla extract.
    ​5. Mix Dry and Wet Alternate Batches
    ​Turn the mixer to low speed. Add about 1/3 of the flour mixture, followed by half of the milk.
    ​Add another 1/3 of the flour mixture, then the remaining milk.
    ​Finish with the last portion of the flour mixture. Mix just until combined—do not overmix, or the cupcakes will become dense.
    ​6. Bake
    ​Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter (about 3 tablespoons per cup).
    ​Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
    ​Remove from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
    ​🧁 Making the Buttercream Frosting
    ​In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter on high speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
    ​Slowly add 1 ½ cups of powdered sugar, vanilla extract, pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of cream or milk.
    ​Beat on low speed until combined, then turn to high speed and beat for 1–2 minutes until light and fluffy.
    ​Adjust texture: Add more powdered sugar if it's too soft, or another splash of milk if it's too thick.
    ​💡 Pro Tips for Perfect Cupcakes
    ​Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature. This helps the batter emulsify smoothly and bake evenly.
    ​Don't Overfill: Filling past 2/3 full will cause the tops to overflow and sink in the middle as they cool.
    ​Cool Completely: Never frost warm cupcakes, as the buttercream will melt off!
    ​Would you like to try a different flavor (like chocolate or red velvet), or need tips on piping and decorating?

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