Delicious and Royal Maharani Cupcakes

These Maharani Cupcakes are a treat fit for royalty. Made with a rich, moist vanilla cake, topped with a creamy buttercream frosting, and decorated with edible gold flakes, these cupcakes are sure to impress. The perfect dessert for any special occasion or celebration. Follow this recipe to create a regal and delicious treat that will leave everyone wanting more.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 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 whole milk
• For the buttercream frosting:
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Edible gold flakes for decoration

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and 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 add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
8. Remove cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
9. While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the buttercream frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
10. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
11. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, pipe or spread the buttercream frosting on top of each cupcake. Decorate with edible gold flakes.
12. Serve and enjoy these royal Maharani Cupcakes!

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