Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Copycat Magnolia Bakery Cupcakes, renowned for their light and fluffy texture combined with a rich, sweet flavor. These cupcakes are perfect for any occasion—birthdays, celebrations, or simply a cozy day at home. Topped with a luscious homemade buttercream frosting, they offer an irresistible treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options for toppings and fillings, you can make these cupcakes uniquely yours. Whether arranged on a dessert table or served at a picnic, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cake flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for batter)
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 egg whites
- For buttercream: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, powdered sugar, whole milk, vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
- Cream the unsalted butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg whites and mix well.
- Alternately combine the wet and dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fill liners about three-quarters full with batter.
- Bake for 20 to 22 minutes until tops spring back when touched.
- Cool completely before frosting with prepared buttercream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg