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Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe
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Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe

Classic vanilla cupcakes with creamy frosting—a timeless treat that's simple enough for beginners but delicious enough for any celebration.

★★★★☆ 4.5(60 reviews on Brown Eyed Baker)
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Prep time25 min
Bake time25 min
Total time50 min
Makes12

Ingredients

1 1½ cups cake flour
2 ¾ cup granulated sugar
3 ½ teaspoon baking powder
4 ¼ teaspoon baking soda
5 ¼ teaspoon salt
6 ½ cup unsalted butter (cubed and at room temperature)
7 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
8 ½ cup whole milk (room temperature and divided)
9 3 tablespoons sour cream (room temperature)
10 1 egg (room temperature)
11 1 egg white (room temperature)
12 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
13 2½ cups powdered sugar
14 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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