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Pink Cupcakes

Delightful pink cupcakes topped with creamy pink frosting, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pink cupcakes, dessert, baking, sweet treats, celebration
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp pink food coloring
  • For frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pink food coloring

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
  • In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
  • Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • Add the pink food coloring until the desired shade is achieved.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g