Welcome back to Totally Cupcake, your ultimate source for everything cupcake! Today, we’re diving into some delicious recipes that will take your cupcake game to the next level. Whether you’re a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these recipes are sure to delight your taste buds and impress your friends and family. Let’s get started on this sweet adventure!
Classic Vanilla Cupcakes
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
Instructions:
- Beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of milk. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy. Add more milk if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or a spatula.
Rich Chocolate Cupcakes
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add the buttermilk and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
Instructions:
- Beat the butter and cocoa powder together until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of milk. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy. Add more milk if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or a spatula.
Zesty Lemon Cupcakes
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
Instructions:
- Beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
- Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of milk. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy. Add more milk if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or a spatula.
Funfetti Cupcakes
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined. Fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- Additional rainbow sprinkles for decoration
Instructions:
- Beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of milk. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy. Add more milk if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or a spatula. Decorate with additional rainbow sprinkles.
Conclusion
With these delicious recipes, you’re all set to create a variety of delightful cupcakes that will please any crowd. Whether you’re a fan of the classic vanilla, the rich chocolate, the zesty lemon, or the fun and festive funfetti, there’s something here for everyone. Happy baking, and remember to share your cupcake creations with us here at Totally Cupcake!