Simple White Cupcakes
Fluffy, light, and irresistibly sweet, these Simple White Cupcakes are the perfect blank canvas for any occasion. Featuring a tender crumb thanks to a combination of whole milk and sour cream, these cupcakes deliver a moist and velvety texture in every bite. Vanilla extract gives them a classic flavor, while whipped egg whites ensure a delicate lift. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is ideal for both beginners and baking pros alike. Whether decorated with your favorite frosting or enjoyed plain, these homemade cupcakes are a delightful treat that's destined to impress. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, or everyday indulgence, this easy white cupcake recipe is one you’ll return to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 units Large egg whites
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Add the egg whites to the butter, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Follow with the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk and sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined—do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2113 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.4 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.2 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 1580 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 352.0 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 212.1 g | ||
| Protein | 39.3 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 622 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
