Description
A simple and versatile cupcake base recipe using minimal ingredients. Perfect for beginners, these soft and fluffy cupcakes can be customized with various flavors and toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners or lightly grease each cup. - Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. - Combine Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. - Create the Batter:
Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing. - Fill the Cupcake Liners:
Spoon batter into prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full. - Bake to Perfection:
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. - Serve & Enjoy:
Once cooled, enjoy plain or decorate with frosting, sprinkles, or fruit.
Notes
- Chocolate Cupcakes: Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder to dry ingredients.
- Lemon Cupcakes: Add 1 tablespoon lemon zest and replace vanilla with lemon juice.
- Almond Flavor: Swap vanilla extract for almond extract.
- Filled Cupcakes: Core and fill with jam, chocolate ganache, or custard.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: easy cupcakes, simple cupcake recipe, homemade cupcakes, beginner-friendly cupcakes, fluffy cupcakes