How do I bake valley vanilla cupcakes?

Whip up a batch of heavenly Valley Vanilla Cupcakes! Moist, light, and topped with creamy frosting, it's sweetness in every bite.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake Valley Vanilla Cupcakes. Items include: all-purpose flour baking powder salt unsalted butter granulated sugar eggs vanilla extract whole milk

all-purpose flour 1 and 1/2 cups
baking powder 1 and 1/4 teaspoons
salt 1/4 teaspoon
unsalted butter 1/2 cup (at room temperature)
granulated sugar 1 cup
eggs 2 (large)
vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
whole milk 1/2 cup

Take note
Please be cautious while handling hot pans and boiling water. Always use oven mitts and keep a close eye on the cupcakes while they bake.

1

Gather Your Ingredients

To bake Valley Vanilla Cupcakes, you'll need the following ingredients: 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 and 1/4 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature), 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 cup whole milk. Make sure you have everything ready before you start!

2

Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners. This will prevent sticking and make it easier to remove the cupcakes later. Set the pan aside for now.

3

Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This will ensure that these dry ingredients are evenly distributed when we mix them with the wet ingredients later.

4

Cream Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This can be done using a hand mixer or a stand mixer on medium speed. It should take about 2-3 minutes.

5

Add Eggs and Vanilla

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then, mix in the vanilla extract. This will give the cupcakes a rich and aromatic flavor.

6

Alternate Wet and Dry

Starting and ending with the dry ingredients, gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cupcakes.

7

Fill the Cupcake Liners

Using an ice cream scoop or two spoons, evenly distribute the cupcake batter into the prepared paper liners. Fill each liner about two-thirds full to leave room for rising during baking.

8

Bake and Cool

Place the cupcake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9

Frost and Enjoy

Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, it's time to frost them! You can use your favorite frosting recipe or try something new like cream cheese frosting or buttercream. Get creative with decorations and sprinkles to make each cupcake unique. Now, sit back, relax, and savor the sweet delight of Valley Vanilla Cupcakes!