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Vanilla Cupcakes With Soft Pink Buttercream

Delicious Vanilla Cupcakes With Soft Pink Buttercream Bliss

Indulge in these delightful Vanilla Cupcakes With Soft Pink Buttercream, perfect for Mother's Day celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter (softened) room temperature
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 0.5 cups Whole Milk can substitute with almond milk
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla
For the Soft Pink Buttercream
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter (softened) must be soft
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar sifted
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream or milk if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla
  • Pink Food Coloring a few drops to achieve desired hue

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Cupcake pan
  • Piping Bag
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and prepare your cupcake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla to the butter mixture, mixing well.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients and milk, alternating between the two.
  6. Spoon the batter into cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cupcakes to cool before transferring them to a wire rack.
  9. Beat the ingredients for the buttercream until fluffy and smooth.
  10. Frost the cooled cupcakes and serve them on a decorative plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container.

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