Vanilla Cupcakes

This is one of my favorite vanilla cupcake recipes, They are so delicate and fluffy perfect for any occasion. They pair well with chocolate buttercream frosting. Let’s get started!!

• First combine in a small bowl the flours. Set aside.

In a large bowl, on the medium speed of an electric mixer, cream the butter until smooth. And the sugar gradually and beat until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk and vanilla. With each addition, beat until the ingredients are incorporated but DO NOT OVERBEAT! Using a rubber spatula, scrape down the batter in the bowl to make sure the ingredients are well blended. Use a spoon (or I like to use a ice cream scooper) to put the batter into the cupcake liners,filly them about three-quarters full. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes clean.

Cupcakes Recipe

• 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Here is the chocolate buttercream frosting

• In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate chips at 15 second intervals, stirring between intervals, until chips are completely melted. Set aside and allow to cool slightly, until lukewarm.
• Cream room temperature butter with mixer. Stir in lukewarm chocolate and beat well.
• Slowly add sugar, scraping down the sides and bottom of bowl.
• Add in salt and vanilla extract, stir well.
• Slowly add heavy cream, increase speed to high and beat for 1 minute.

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 Tablespoon heavy cream

ENJOY!