Classic Yellow Cupcakes Recipe
Classic yellow cupcakes are basically the heart and soul of American home baking. They strike that sweet spot between buttery goodness and a tender, fluffy crumb—no wonder families have been obsessed for generations.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs room temp
- 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1¼ cups milk
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined — do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
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