Basic vanilla cupcake recipe from www.muffinarium.cz
Introduction
Cupcakes are the perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether it's a birthday party, a wedding, or just an afternoon snack, cupcakes are always a crowd-pleaser. But, the key to a great cupcake is in the base. In this recipe, we will show you how to make the perfect cupcake base that can be used for any flavour you desire.
Ingredients
To make this cupcake base recipe, you will need the following ingredients: - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - 1 teaspoon baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature - 1 cup granulated sugar - 2 large eggs, room temperature - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract - 1/2 cup whole milk, room temperature
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners. 2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. 3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. 4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. 5. Stir in the vanilla extract. 6. Add half of the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until just combined. 7. Add the milk to the batter and mix until just combined. 8. Add the rest of the flour mixture and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter. 9. Use an ice cream scoop or spoon to divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. 10. Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. 11. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes. 12. Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
This cupcake base recipe makes 12 cupcakes. Each cupcake has approximately 210 calories, 9g fat, 3.5g saturated fat, 60mg cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 31g carbohydrates, 1g fibre, 21g sugar, and 3g protein.
Tips and Variations
- Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting the recipe. This will help them mix together better and result in a smoother batter. - To make chocolate cupcakes, add 1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder to the flour mixture. - To make lemon cupcakes, add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the batter and replace the vanilla extract with lemon extract. - To make strawberry cupcakes, add 1/2 cup of mashed strawberries to the batter and reduce the amount of milk to 1/4 cup. - You can also add sprinkles or chocolate chips to the batter for a fun twist on a classic cupcake. - To store leftover cupcakes, place them in an airtight container and store them at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Conclusion
This cupcake base recipe is a versatile and easy-to-make foundation for any flavour of cupcake you desire. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic baking skills, you can create delicious cupcakes that will impress your friends and family. So, get baking and enjoy the sweet rewards!
