Soft and Sweet Pastel Star Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting
Delightful cupcakes with a tender crumb topped with luscious buttercream frosting, perfect for any celebration.
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 250kcal
Ingredients
Cupcake Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour providing the tender base
- 1.5 tsp baking powder ensuring a fluffy rise
- 0.5 tsp baking soda enhancing the light texture
- 0.25 tsp salt balancing the sweetness
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature) for a rich and creamy texture
- 1 cup granulated sugar sweetening your cupcakes beautifully
- 2 large eggs adding moisture and structure
- 1 tsp vanilla extract infusing your cupcakes with aromatic warmth
- 0.5 cup whole milk making the batter creamy and smooth
- 0.5 cup sour cream enhancing moisture and flavor
Buttercream Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature) for frosting, creating a luxurious, rich topping
- 4 cups powdered sugar sweetening the frosting to perfection
- 2-3 tbsp milk for achieving ideal consistency
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for frosting, echoing the cupcake flavor
- Food coloring (pastel pink, blue, yellow, or purple) to add visual charm
- Sprinkles or edible glitter for decoration, bringing joy and festivity
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and the milk/sour cream to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
Baking
- Scoop the batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow them to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
- For the buttercream frosting, beat the softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, mixing until the desired consistency is reached.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and divide the frosting to color it with your chosen food coloring.
- Using a piping bag, frost the cupcakes and top with sprinkles or edible glitter.
Notes
Practical Tips: Measure flour accurately, preheat your oven, and cool cupcakes completely before frosting to prevent melting.