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Vanilla Rose Cupcakes

Delicate and fragrant vanilla cupcakes infused with rose flavor, topped with a light rose buttercream frosting.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon rose water
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
Rose Buttercream Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rose water
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Decoration
  • 1/4 cup edible rose petals for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the 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 one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and rose water.
  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, filling each about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
  3. Add the rose water, milk, and vanilla extract, then beat on high speed until fluffy and smooth.
Assemble the Cupcakes
  1. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the rose buttercream using a spatula or piping bag.
  2. Garnish with edible rose petals before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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