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Small Batch Vanilla Cupcakes

This small batch vanilla cupcake recipe makes six fluffy & moist vanilla cupcakes with a light & smooth vanilla buttercream. They are a great addition to any dessert table, ideal for small get togethers, or the perfect weekend baking project.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 cupcakes

Ingredients
 

Cupcakes

  • 79 grams ( cups) all purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 28 grams (2 tablespoons) unsalted butter room temperature
  • 25 grams (2 tablespoons) vegetable oil
  • 75 grams ( cups) granulated sugar
  • 1 egg room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 60 grams (¼ cup) whole milk room temperature

Buttercream

  • 85 grams (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter room temperature
  • 180-240 grams (1 ½-2 cups) powdered sugar
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-1 ½ tablespoons milk/heavy cream

Instructions

Cupcakes

  • Preheat oven to 350F and line a cupcake tin with 6 cupcake liners.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
    79 grams all purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Separately, beat the butter and oil together on high speed until completely combined. This will only happen if the butter is fully at room temperature. About 2-3 minutes.
    28 grams unsalted butter, 25 grams vegetable oil
  • With the mixer on low speed, stream in the granulated sugar then beat on medium speed until combined and fluffy. Scrape down the bottom and sides of the bowl as necessary.
    75 grams granulated sugar
  • Add the egg and mix well on low speed. Add the vanilla extract and mix on low-medium speed until combined.
    1 egg, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Add the dry ingredients and mix on low speed. Once almost fully incorporated, slowly stream in the milk. Mix until well combined but being careful not to over mix.
    60 grams whole milk
  • Divide the batter evenly amongst the cupcake cups. The batter should be the perfect amount for 6 regular-sized cupcakes. Fill the liners until they are ½ - ¾ of the way full.
  • Bake the cupcakes for 15-17 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcake comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Buttercream

  • Beat the butter by itself on medium-high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar, salt, vanilla extract and milk/heavy cream and beat until combined.
    85 grams unsalted butter, 180-240 grams powdered sugar, 1 pinch of salt, ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract, 1-1 ½ tablespoons milk/heavy cream
  • You may need to add more powdered sugar (to thicken) or milk (to thin) depending on the desired consistency. Once desired consistency is reached, whip for 2-3 minutes on medium-high speed.
  • Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost the cupcakes with the vanilla buttercream and enjoy!
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