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Delicious Christmas vanilla cupcakes decorated with sprinkles and cherries for holiday celebrations.

EASY CHRISTMAS VANILLA CUPCAKES

Sana Umer
Easy Christmas Vanilla Cupcakes are soft, fluffy, and festive. Perfect for holiday celebrations, topped with buttercream and sprinkles.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • Buttercream frosting for topping
  • Sprinkles for decoration

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

Mix Wet Ingredients:

  • In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract.

Combine Ingredients:

  • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Mix until smooth.

Bake:

  • Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

Frost and Decorate:

  • Frost cooled cupcakes with buttercream and decorate with sprinkles.

Notes

  • Tips: Ensure cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Make Ahead: Cupcakes can be baked a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.
  • Decorating Ideas: Add colored sprinkles or festive toppers for a holiday look.
Keyword easy finger food, puff pastry appetizers, vegetarian snacks