Perfect Yellow Cupcakes – Classic, Buttery & Fluffy! 🧁💛




1. Prep & Preheat

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.

  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

2. Cream Butter & Sugar

  1. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (~3 mins).

  2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.

  3. Stir in vanilla.

3. Alternate Dry & Wet Ingredients

  1. Add ⅓ of the flour mixture, mix until just combined.

  2. Pour in ½ of the milk, mix gently.

  3. Repeat, ending with flour. (Don’t overmix!)

4. Bake to Perfection

  1. Divide batter evenly among liners (⅔ full).

  2. Bake 18-20 mins until a toothpick comes out clean.

  3. Cool 5 mins in pan, then transfer to a rack.

5. Frost & Enjoy!

  • Once completely cool, frost with vanilla buttercream or your favorite icing.


Pro Tips for the Best Cupcakes 💡

🍰 Extra moist? Substitute buttermilk for regular milk.
🌈 Funfetti version? Fold in ½ cup sprinkles before baking.
🔥 Even baking? Rotate the pan halfway through.
⏳ Make ahead: Unfrosted cupcakes freeze well for 1 month.


Serving Suggestions 🍽️

  • Classic: Vanilla frosting + rainbow sprinkles

  • Elegant: Swiss meringue buttercream + fresh berries

  • Kid’s party: Pipe frosting into swirls & top with edible glitter


Final Thoughts ✨

These yellow cupcakes are a blank canvas for creativity—soft, buttery, and just sweet enough. Warning: They disappear FAST! 😉