Description
Delicious cherry vanilla cupcakes topped with creamy buttercream frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped cherries.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until fluffy.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes with the buttercream frosting and top with additional cherries if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the cherries are pitted and chopped to avoid any choking hazards.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of almond extract to the batter.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cherry Vanilla Cupcakes, Buttercream Frosting, Cupcake Recipe, Dessert