Delicious and Moist Frost-Me-Nots Recipe

This recipe for Frost-Me-Nots will guide you in making these delightful and moist cupcakes topped with rich buttercream frosting. These cupcakes are perfect for any occasion and will surely impress your friends and family. The cake itself is light and fluffy, and the buttercream frosting adds a delectable sweetness to every bite. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you'll be able to enjoy these irresistible treats in no time. So, put on your baking hat and get ready to indulge in the goodness of Frost-Me-Nots.

Ingredients

• For the cupcakes:
• - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• - 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
• - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• - 1/4 teaspoon salt
• - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• - 1 cup granulated sugar
• - 2 large eggs
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - 1/2 cup buttermilk
• - 1/4 cup sour cream
• For the buttercream frosting:
• - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• - 4 cups powdered sugar
• - 1/4 cup heavy cream
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - Food coloring (optional)
• For decoration:
• - Sprinkles, chocolate chips, or any desired toppings

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture slowly, alternating with buttermilk and sour cream. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
9. To make the buttercream frosting, beat the softened butter in a mixing bowl until creamy.
10. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
11. Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and continue beating until smooth and fluffy.
12. Optional: Add a few drops of food coloring to achieve your desired color.
13. Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them generously with the buttercream frosting.
14. Decorate with sprinkles, chocolate chips, or any toppings of your choice.
15. Serve and enjoy!

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