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Almond Vanilla Cupcakes

Deliciously moist almond vanilla cupcakes topped with a creamy almond frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Method
 

Prepare Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract, mixing well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Prepare Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
  3. Add the almond extract and milk, and beat until fluffy.
  4. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the almond frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For added flavor, you can sprinkle sliced almonds on top of the frosting.

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