Description
Rose Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting are a delightful treat that combines the enchanting flavors of rose and sweet vanilla in a fluffy cupcake, topped with creamy buttercream frosting. Perfect for birthdays, tea parties, or simple afternoon indulgence, these cupcakes will bring joy to any occasion. Easy to make, they evoke nostalgic memories while providing a visually stunning dessert experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp rose water
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- Optional: Sprinkles or edible flowers for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and rose water.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until smooth.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until tops spring back when touched.
- Cool completely on wire racks before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and mix in heavy cream until desired consistency is reached. Frost cupcakes generously and top with sprinkles or edible flowers if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg