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Vanilla Cupcakes with Blush Pink Buttercream Frosting

Delight in these fluffy vanilla cupcakes topped with a creamy blush pink buttercream frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Soft and fluffy, awaiting to create a tender crumb.
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder A tiny powerhouse that gives your cupcakes their airy rise.
  • 1/4 tsp salt A pinch to enhance the sweetness, balancing every bite.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened) Creamy, dreamy butter that lends richness to your batter.
  • 1 cups granulated sugar Sweet and sparkly, it adds the perfect sweetness to your cake.
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Aromatic and fragrant, it infuses the cupcakes with delightful flavor.
  • 0.5 cups milk Smooth and rich, it softens the batter.
Blush Pink Buttercream Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cups unsalted butter (softened) Luxuriously creamy, it forms the base of your frosting.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Sweet powdered snow, transforming your frosting into a cloud-like delight.
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Adding an extra layer of that irresistible vanilla goodness.
  • 2-3 tbsp heavy cream Creates a smooth and spreadable frosting.
  • a few drops pink food coloring Vibrant and cheerful, it enchants visually.
  • a pinch salt Enhancing flavor while balancing sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until well blended, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk until smooth.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. In a bowl, beat softened butter with powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add vanilla extract, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt, mixing until well combined.
  3. Mix in pink food coloring until achieving the desired hue.
  4. Once cupcakes are completely cooled, frost generously with the blush pink buttercream.

Notes

Measure ingredients accurately, avoid overmixing, and allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting for best results.