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Elegant Pink Buttercream Cupcakes

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These delightful cupcakes feature a tender crumb and creamy pink buttercream, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • A few drops of pink food coloring
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • A few drops of pink food coloring (for frosting)
  • Edible pearls or sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with colorful cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
  6. Add a few drops of pink food coloring until you achieve the desired hue.
  7. Divide the batter among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean; cool for 5 minutes in the tin.
  9. Beat the softened butter for the frosting until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream.
  10. Pipe the pink buttercream frosting onto each cooled cupcake.
  11. Garnish with edible pearls or sprinkles if desired.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Adjust pink food coloring to achieve desired shade.

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