Vanilla Cupcakes

makes 3 dozen (mini) preparation 10 mins cooking 20 mins

225 g unsalted butter, softened
225 g caster sugar (can be adjusted to your desirable level)
225 g self-raising flour
1 tsp baking powder
4 eggs
1 tsp vanilla essence

this is my favorite silicon mini cupcakes mould, as they are non-stick :)

1. preheat the oven to 175c.

2. place all the ingredients in a medium bowl and beat with an electric whisk until smooth and pale, about 2 to 3 minutes.

3. spoon the mixture into the cases. bake for 20 minutes.

4. remove the tins from the oven and cool for 5 minutes. then remove the cupcakes and cool on a rack.

[500 cupcakes, p. 21]

this is the 1st round. i put too much into the case...

the second batch looks much beta :)

to save time, i also put the mixture into the mini muffin pan

Storage:

• airtight container for up to 3 days
• freeze for up to 3 months

Comment:

this is the base for many different kinds of cupcakes. you can simply decor for variations. besides, it's really easy to make.