Delicate, airy, and unbelievably soft — these cupcakes are light as cotton with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. 💛
Made with whipped eggs and a warm butter-milk blend, they turn out fluffy, moist, and perfectly balanced in sweetness.
Perfect for tea time, birthdays, or simply when you crave something soft and comforting.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Ultra soft & airy texture
✔ Simple ingredients
✔ No complicated steps
✔ Moist even the next day
🛒 Ingredients
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2 eggs (room temperature)
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120 g (½ cup + 2 tbsp) granulated sugar
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120 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp (4 g) baking powder
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80 g (⅓ cup) unsalted butter
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60 ml (¼ cup) milk
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2 tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Whip Eggs & Sugar
In a mixing bowl, combine eggs and sugar.
Beat on high speed for 5 minutes until pale, thick, and fluffy.
👉 The mixture should fall in ribbons when lifted.
2️⃣ Add Dry Ingredients
Sift flour and baking powder into the egg mixture.
Mix on low speed for 10 seconds, then gently fold with a spatula to avoid deflating the batter.
Set aside once smooth and lump-free.
3️⃣ Prepare Butter-Milk Mixture
In a separate bowl, combine butter and milk.
Microwave for about 1 minute until fully melted. Stir well.
Take 2 scoops of the cake batter, mix into the butter mixture (this tempers it), then pour everything back into the main batter.
Add vanilla extract and gently mix until smooth and fully combined.
4️⃣ Fill & Bake
Line muffin liners in your pan.
Fill each mold ⅔ full.
Tap the pan lightly on the counter to release air bubbles.
Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
5️⃣ The Secret Step ✨
As soon as you remove them from the oven, gently tap the pan on the counter a few times.
This prevents sinking and keeps the cupcakes fluffy.
Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
💛 Pro Tips
✔ Use room temperature eggs for maximum volume.
✔ Don’t overmix after adding flour.
✔ For extra moisture, store overnight in an airtight container.
🍰 Serving Ideas
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Serve plain for a light tea-time treat
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Dust with powdered sugar
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Top with whipped cream or buttercream
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Add fresh berries for an elegant touch
