Delicious and Indulgent Buttermilk Maple Bacon Cupcakes

Indulge your taste buds with these decadent Buttermilk Maple Bacon Cupcakes. The combination of sweet maple syrup, tangy buttermilk, and crispy bacon creates a unique and irresistible flavor. These cupcakes are moist, fluffy, and topped with a creamy maple frosting and crispy bacon bits. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these cupcakes will surely impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• For the Frosting:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Additional cooked bacon, crumbled (for garnish)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
6. Stir in the maple syrup until well combined.
7. Gently fold in the crumbled bacon.
8. Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
9. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by beating the softened butter until creamy.
12. Gradually add the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until smooth and well combined.
13. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the maple frosting.
14. Sprinkle additional crumbled bacon on top for garnish.
15. Serve and enjoy these delicious Buttermilk Maple Bacon Cupcakes!

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