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Healthy Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 150
Delight in these light and fluffy vanilla cupcakes made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for a quick treat or special occasion.

Ingredients

Dairy & Liquids

  • 0.5 cup milk or non-dairy milk
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, but highly recommended)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1.25 teaspoons baking powder (make sure it's fresh!)

Fats & Sugars

  • 0.25 cup butter, room temperature and cut into slices
  • 0.33 cup granulated sugar

Dairy & Protein

  • 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg egg, at room temperature

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  • Mix milk and lemon juice; set aside. Sift flour and baking powder.
  • Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add yogurt, egg, and egg white; mix well.
  • Stir in vanilla and milk mixture. Gradually add flour mixture; mix until just combined.
  • Fill cupcake liners 1/2 to 2/3 full. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool completely before frosting or serving.

Notes

Use fresh baking powder for best rise. Do not over-mix to keep cupcakes light.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Dessert
Keyword: cupcakes, Healthy, vanilla