Vanilla Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

6. 6

   Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

8. 8

   Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. 9

   For the frosting, sift the cocoa powder and powdered sugar together in a bowl.

10. 10

    In a separate bowl, beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add the cocoa mixture, beating until smooth and fluffy.

11. 11

    Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the chocolate frosting using a piping bag or a spatula.

12. 12

    Serve and enjoy your delicious vanilla cupcakes with chocolate frosting!