Vanilla Cupcakes

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick, room temperature)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

1. 1

   Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed.

4. 4

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Alternately add the flour mixture and the milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix each addition until just combined.

6. 6

   Fold in the sour cream until the batter is homogeneous.

7. 7

   Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full with the batter.

8. 8

   Transfer the muffin tin to the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs.

9. 9

   Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. 10

    Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with vanilla frosting and top with sprinkles.