The Best Vanilla Cupcakes
If you’re in the mood for a touch of sweetness, these vanilla cupcakes are exactly what you need. Enhanced by a dollop of sour cream, they emerge from the oven perfectly light and utterly divine. And don’t forget the vanilla frosting we whipped up yesterday—slather it on top for that extra dash of bliss. First, set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Grab another bowl and cream the butter and sugar until they’re light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed. Next, add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Follow up with the vanilla extract. Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to your creamed butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Make sure each addition is just combined; this prevents overmixing which can lead to tough cupcakes. Finally, fold in the sour cream until the batter is uniform. The sour cream is the secret to ultra-moist cupcakes, so make sure it’s evenly incorporated. Spoon the batter into the lined muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once they’re cool, go ahead and frost them with the vanilla frosting we talked about yesterday. Top with sprinkles for a festive touch!
Storing Leftovers
To store these vanilla cupcakes, place them in an airtight container and keep at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you’d like to keep them longer, you can freeze them without the frosting for up to 3 months; just wrap each cupcake individually in plastic wrap before placing them in a freezer-safe bag. Thaw them at room temperature before frosting and serving.
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