Vanilla Cupcake With Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Recipe
Vanilla cupcakes with chocolate buttercream frosting are a timeless treat that combines the classic elegance of vanilla with the indulgent richness of chocolate.
Equipment
- Muffin tin
- Cupcake liners
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Cooling rack
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Sifter
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, making sure it's evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter equally among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.