Yellow Cupcakes Recipe

A true classic cupcake that stands the test of time. Buttery yellow cake is perfect for after-school snacks, weekend desserts or any occasion that calls for a treat. Pairs perfectly with your favorite flavor of frosting for easy decorating.

Skill LevelBeginner

Amount24 cupcakes

Ingredients & Tools
Instructions

Ingredients

3 cups cake flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups milk
Buttercream Recipe

Tools
Perfect Results Premium Non-Stick Bakeware Muffin and Cupcake Pan, 12-Cup

Instructions

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Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line 2 12-cup muffin pans with baking cups.
In large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.
In second large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, and vanilla; mix well. Add flour mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Continue beating one minute. Divide evenly into prepared cups.
Bake 19-23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cupcake comes out clean. Cool cupcakes in pan on cooling grid 5 minutes. Remove from pan; cool completely. Ice cooled cupcakes with buttercream icing.

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How To

How to Make Cupcakes from Scratch
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