Basic cupcakes

Discover the simplicity of baking with our Basic Cupcakes recipe! Made with butter, vanilla extract, sugar, eggs, self-raising flour, and a splash of 1% milk, these fluffy and delicious cupcakes are perfect for any occasion. Easy to follow and delightful to eat!

  • 28 Feb 2025
  • Cook time 17 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 10 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Basic cupcakes

Cupcakes are a delightful treat that can be enjoyed on any occasion. This basic cupcake recipe is easy to follow and yields soft, fluffy, and delicious cupcakes that can be customized with your favorite frosting and toppings. Gather your ingredients and let's get started!

Ingredients:

1 cup butter
220g
1 tsp vanilla extract
4g
1 cup sugar
200g
3 eggs
150g
2 cups self-raising flour
300g
1/2 cup milk (1% fat)
120g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Prepare the Butter:
In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup (220g) of softened butter with an electric mixer or hand whisk until it is light and creamy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add Sugar and Vanilla:
Gradually add 1 cup (200g) of sugar to the creamed butter, beating continuously until the mixture is fluffy. Add 1 teaspoon (4g) of vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Incorporate Eggs:
Add the 3 eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated into the mixture.
5. Mix in Dry Ingredients:
Sift 2 cups (300g) of self-raising flour into a medium bowl to remove lumps. Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed to avoid over-mixing.
6. Add Milk:
Pour in 1/2 cup (120g) of 1% milk, stirring until just combined. The batter should be smooth but not over-stirred.
7. Fill the Cupcake Liners:
Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter to allow room for rising.
8. Bake:
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9. Cool:
Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the muffin tin for about 5 minutes. Then transfer the cupcakes to a cooling rack to cool completely.
10. Serve and Enjoy:
Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, serve them as is or top with your favorite frosting.

Tips:

- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before you start. This ensures they mix together more easily, creating a smoother batter.

- Cream the butter and sugar together for at least 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy. This helps create a light and airy texture in the cupcakes.

- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to make sure they are fully incorporated.

- When combining the flour and milk with the butter mixture, alternate between adding the flour and milk, beginning and ending with the flour. This helps maintain the texture of the batter.

- Do not overmix the batter once the flour has been added, as this can make the cupcakes dense.

- Fill the cupcake liners only two-thirds full to allow room for the cupcakes to rise without overflowing.

- Bake the cupcakes in a preheated oven at the correct temperature to ensure even baking.

- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a cupcake. If it comes out clean, the cupcakes are ready.

That's all there is to making these basic cupcakes! Let them cool before adding your favorite frosting and toppings. Whether you're making these for a party, a gift, or a simple treat for yourself, these cupcakes are sure to impress. Enjoy your homemade cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size100 grams
Energy
Calories 380kcal19%
Protein
Protein 6g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 44g12%
Fiber 0.90g2%
Sugar 20g21%
Fat
Fat 20g24%
Saturated 11g35%
Cholesterol 110mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 200ug22%
Choline 60mg11%
Vitamin B1 0.11mg9%
Vitamin B2 0.08mg6%
Vitamin B3 0.49mg3%
Vitamin B6 0.02mg1%
Vitamin B9 18ug5%
Vitamin B12 0.23ug9%
Vitamin C 0.00mg0%
Vitamin E 0.16mg1%
Vitamin K 1.69ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 33mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.07mg7%
Iron, Fe 0.63mg6%
Magnesium, Mg 14mg3%
Phosphorus, P 88mg7%
Potassium, K 90mg3%
Selenium, Se 11ug20%
Sodium, Na 27mg2%
Zinc, Zn 0.60mg5%
Water
Water 30g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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