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Pastel Star Cupcakes

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Delightful pastel star cupcakes that are perfect for any celebration, offering a rich buttery flavor with customizable frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup unsalted butter for frosting
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar for frosting
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk for frosting
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla for frosting
  • Pastel gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Cream the unsalted butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk, stirring until smooth.
  6. Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling them two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
  8. Beat the softened butter until creamy for the frosting.
  9. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until fluffy.
  10. Color the frosting with pastel gel food coloring.
  11. Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag fitted with a star tip.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.

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