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Published: Aug 24, 2017 · Modified: May 9, 2023 by Clara Jane · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Creamy Chocolate Frosting

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These Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Creamy Chocolate Frosting are the ultimate go-to cupcake recipe. These fluffy one-bowl cupcakes are quick and easy to make and are moist and light in texture.

The ultimate go to cupcake recipe, these Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Creamy Chocolate Frosting only take a few minutes to whip up and can be frozen for up to a few weeks! The only cupcake recipe you will ever need!

Fluffy Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

This simple vanilla cupcake recipe is an easy, one-bowl recipe that makes delicious fluffy cupcakes every time. These cupcakes are soft, subtly sweet, and moist. The light and fluffy cupcakes are then topped with sweet creamy chocolate frosting which is the perfect combination. This classic cupcake recipe is always a favorite and never disappoints.

The ultimate go to cupcake recipe, these Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Creamy Chocolate Frosting only take a few minutes to whip up and can be frozen for up to a few weeks! The only cupcake recipe you will ever need!

Ingredients Needed For Simple Vanilla Cupcakes

This simple cupcake recipe uses classic pantry-staple ingredients that are easy to find and easy to work with. The eight simple ingredients you will need are:

  • Granulated sugar. For the perefct touch of sweetness to the cupcakes.
  • All-purpose flour. Cake flour works just as well so if that is all you have, it can definitely be subsitituted.
  • Salt. To enhance and bring out the sweet vanilla flavor of the cupcakes.
  • Eggs. Room temperature preferrably. Eggs whip up best when at room temperature.
  • Baking Powder. For a light and fluffy cupcake texture.
  • Whole milk. Keeps the cupcakes deliciously moist.
  • Oil. Vegetable or canola oil will work best.
  • Vanilla extract. Adds the delicious vanilla flavor to the cupcakes.
The ultimate go to cupcake recipe, these Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Creamy Chocolate Frosting only take a few minutes to whip up and can be frozen for up to a few weeks! The only cupcake recipe you will ever need!

How To Make Easy Fluufy Vanilla Cupcakes

This simple cupcake recipe is straightforward and easy to make. Whipping up a batch of these delicious vanilla cupcakes is quick and easy. To make these easy, one-bowl vanilla cupcakes:

  • Prepare oven and pan. Preheat your oven to 180ºC / 350ºF and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  • Cream eggs, sugar, and vanilla. Using an electric mixer or a stand mixer, cream the sugar, eggs and vanilla together until light and fluffy - about 4-6 minutes.
  • Combine remaining ingredients. Add the remaining cupcake ingredients and mix on low until just combined.
  • Fill the cupcake pan. Spoon the cupcake batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about â…” of the way. Be careful to not overfill your liners.
  • Bake. Place the pan in the center of your oven and bake the cupcakes for 12 - 15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Once the baked cupcakes have cooled, you can then top them with frosting and decorations. This recipe uses Creamy Chocolate Frosting, but you can use whichever kind you prefer. I also love using my Easy Raspberry Buttercream recipe to top these yummy vanilla cupcakes.

The ultimate go to cupcake recipe, these Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Creamy Chocolate Frosting only take a few minutes to whip up and can be frozen for up to a few weeks! The only cupcake recipe you will ever need!

How To Store Vanilla Cupcakes

Cupcakes need to be stored in airtight containers or bags to prevent the cupcakes from drying out. Move your cupcakes to an airtight container or bag as soon as you can.

How to best store cupcakes

Cupcakes are best stored on the counter rather than in a fridge. These vanilla cupcakes will last for up to 4 days without loss of freshness on the counter or in the fridge. If you do store your cupcakes in the fridge, be sure to bring them to room temperature before serving.

How to freeze cupcakes

Frozen vanilla cupcakes will last up to 3 months in the freezer. The cupcakes need to be frozen in airtight containers or bags for best results. To use, thaw in the fridge overnight (still in the airtight container) then bring to room temperature before serving.

The ultimate go to cupcake recipe, these Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Creamy Chocolate Frosting only take a few minutes to whip up and can be frozen for up to a few weeks! The only cupcake recipe you will ever need!

More Easy Cupcake Recipes To Try:

  • Strawberry Chocolate Cupcakes
  • Zesty Citrus Cupcakes
  • Vanilla Chai Cupcakes
The ultimate go to cupcake recipe, this moist vanilla cupcake recipe with creamy chocolate frosting only takes a few minutes to whip up and can be frozen for up to a few weeks! The only cupcake recipe you will ever need!

Easy Vanilla Cupcakes with Creamy Chocolate Frosting

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Ingredients

For The Cupcakes

  • ¾ Cup Sugar
  • 1 ½ Cups Cake Flour
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 2 Eggs
  • 2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ½ Cup Milk
  • 1 Cup Oil
  • 2 teaspoon Vanilla

For The Frosting

  • 1 Cup Butter softened
  • 5 Cups Powdered Sugar
  • 5 Tbps Cocoa Powder
  • 3 Tbps Milk
  • 2 teaspoon Vanilla

Instructions 

For The Cupcakes

  • Preheat the oven to 180ºC or 350ºF and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  • Cream the sugar, eggs and vanilla together.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix until completely combined.
  • Spoon the mixture into the cupcake liners, filling them about â…” of the way.
  • Bake the cupcakes for 15min or until golden brown.

For The Frosting

  • Cream the butter and vanilla.
  • Add in the powdered sugar little by little.
  • Add in the cocoa and milk (adding more milk if necessary).
  • Keep whisking until creamy and completely combined.
  • Decorate cooled cupcakes with frosting.
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