Classic Vanilla Bunny Cupcakes

These delightful Classic Vanilla Bunny Cupcakes are perfect for spring celebrations. Each cupcake is moist and fluffy, infused with rich vanilla flavor, and topped with a creamy buttercream frosting. Adorned with charming Peeps bunnies, they bring a playful touch to any dessert table while maintaining a traditional sweetness that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
• Peeps bunny marshmallow candies for decoration

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 1/2 cup whole milk, and mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
8. For the frosting, beat together 1/2 cup softened butter and 2 cups powdered sugar until smooth. Add 2 tablespoons heavy cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
9. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with the buttercream frosting.
10. Top each cupcake with a Peeps bunny for decoration.