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Simply Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes
Delicate vanilla cupcakes made with sour cream and real vanilla bean for a sophisticated, tender crumb that's perfect for any occasion.
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(198 reviews on Sally's Baking)
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Prep time45 min
Bake time20 min
Total time3 hr
Makes14
Ingredients
1
1 and 3/4 cups (207g) cake flour (spooned & leveled)
2
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
4
1/4 teaspoon salt
5
1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
6
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
7
3 large egg whites, at room temperature
8
1/2 cup (120g) full-fat sour cream at room temperature
9
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
10
seeds scraped from 1/2 of a vanilla bean (optional)
11
1/2 cup (120g/ml) whole milk at room temperature
12
vanilla buttercream
13
sprinkles, for garnish (optional)
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