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Copycat Magnolia Bakery Cupcakes

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These Copycat Magnolia Bakery Cupcakes are light, fluffy vanilla cupcakes topped with creamy vanilla buttercream frosting—just like the iconic NYC bakery favorites, perfect for parties or sweet cravings at home.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • For the cupcakes:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the vanilla buttercream:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp whole milk or heavy cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
  4. Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk, starting and ending with the flour. Mix just until combined.
  5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18–22 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. For the buttercream: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low then high until fluffy.
  7. Mix in vanilla, salt (if using), and milk or cream until desired consistency is reached.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes using a spatula or piping bag and decorate as desired.

Notes

  • Add almond extract for extra depth of flavor.
  • Stir in lemon zest for a citrusy twist.
  • Color frosting with food coloring for themed events.
  • Replace some flour with cocoa powder for chocolate cupcakes.
  • Top with sprinkles, fruit, or caramel for flair.

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