Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes

Perfect Vanilla Cupcakes
🛒 Ingredients
4 eggs (room temperature)
200 g sugar
250 ml milk (room temperature)
120 ml vegetable oil (½ cup)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
300 g all-purpose flour (about 2½ cups)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
👩‍🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar for 3–5 minutes until pale and fluffy.
Add milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
3️⃣ Add Dry Ingredients
Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold into the wet mixture.
Mix gently until just combined (do not overmix).
4️⃣ Bake
Fill liners ¾ full.
Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Let cool 5 minutes in the tray, then transfer to a wire rack.
🎂 Optional Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
Ingredients:
250 g softened butter
400 g powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Method:
Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy. Pipe onto cooled cupcakes.
💡 Tips for Extra Fluffiness
✔ Use room temperature ingredients
✔ Don’t overmix after adding flour
✔ Beat eggs and sugar well for airy texture