yellow cupcake recipe
This yellow cupcake recipe is fluffy, moist, and perfect for any occasion. Top with your favorite frosting for a delicious treat.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup whole milk room temperature
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add butter and mix until crumbly.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add milk, mixing until batter is smooth.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For added flavor, try adding a teaspoon of almond extract to the batter.