Sunflower Cupcakes
Sunflower cupcakes are a delightful treat that brighten any occasion with their cheerful appearance and delicious flavor. Featuring a moist vanilla base topped with vibrant yellow frosting, these cupcakes mimic the beauty of sunflowers while delivering a burst of sweetness in every bite. Perfect for birthdays, picnics, or simply to spread joy, these charming delights are sure to impress your guests and put smiles on everyone’s faces. Follow this easy recipe to create a batch of sunflower cupcakes that will leave everyone wanting more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake pans with liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just mixed.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before decorating with yellow frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg