Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
• Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
• Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
• Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.