If you’ve ever visited Magnolia Bakery in New York, you know their classic cupcakes are famous for their light, fluffy texture and rich buttercream frosting. Now, you can recreate these iconic cupcakes at home with this simple, bakery-style recipe!
These cupcakes are moist, soft, and full of vanilla flavor, topped with a creamy, silky buttercream frosting that melts in your mouth. Perfect for birthdays, parties, or any sweet craving, this copycat recipe will give you that authentic Magnolia Bakery experience right in your kitchen!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Authentic Magnolia Bakery-style flavor
✔ Super light, fluffy, and moist texture
✔ Classic vanilla buttercream that’s rich and creamy
✔ Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
How to Make Copycat Magnolia Bakery Cupcakes
Step 1: Prepare the Cupcake Batter
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3️⃣ In a separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
4️⃣ Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5️⃣ Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk, mixing until just combined.
Step 2: Bake the Cupcakes
6️⃣ Divide the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling about 2/3 full.
7️⃣ Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8️⃣ Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
Step 3: Make the Magnolia Bakery Buttercream
9️⃣ Beat butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
🔟 Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until fluffy.
1️⃣1️⃣ Add milk and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is light and spreadable.
Step 4: Frost the Cupcakes
1️⃣2️⃣ Use a piping bag or an offset spatula to swirl the buttercream onto the cooled cupcakes.
1️⃣3️⃣ Add sprinkles for the signature Magnolia Bakery look!
Tips for the Best Magnolia Bakery Cupcakes
✔ Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
✔ Don’t overmix – mix until just combined for fluffy cupcakes.
✔ Sift powdered sugar for an ultra-smooth buttercream.
✔ Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
✔ For extra flavor, add a drop of almond extract to the frosting!
Final Thoughts
Now you can bring the magic of Magnolia Bakery home with this easy, foolproof cupcake recipe! These cupcakes are light, fluffy, and topped with dreamy vanilla buttercream, just like the real deal. Whether for a special occasion or a sweet treat, these will surely impress!
Will you be making these cupcakes? Let us know how they turn out! 🧁💕
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