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Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes

August 9 2016 by Jessica 40 Comments

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Fluffy and moist homemade vanilla cupcakes, perfect for any occasion.

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Sometimes it feels like time flashes in the blink of an eye. That’s how I felt this weekend when my daughter turned three years old. I don’t know how it happened, but somehow my little baby turned into a full fledged toddler.

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When I asked her what kind of cake she wanted for her birthday, she said, “Cupcakes! Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes!” These treats are definitely that. With a light, fluffy and deliciously moist texture, these cupcakes are a real hit!

Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes -- Fluffy and moist homemade vanilla cupcakes, perfect for any occasion. | thishappymommy.com

Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes are bursting with vanilla flavour. Each cupcake is made with a triple dose of vanilla – vanilla extract, fat free vanilla Greek yogurt and vanilla flavoured cream cheese frosting. Yum!

Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes -- Fluffy and moist homemade vanilla cupcakes, perfect for any occasion. | thishappymommy.com

Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes -- Fluffy and moist homemade vanilla cupcakes, perfect for any occasion. | thishappymommy.com

Ditch the boxed cake mix! Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes are literally a piece of cake to make. They taste so much better than the boxed varieties and they’re healthier. Made without butter or oil, these cupcakes are much lower in fat. But no one will taste the difference. Indulge in a cupcake without all the guilt.

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Not only are these cupcakes delicious, they are simple for anyone to decorate. Top them with vanilla cream cheese icing or your favourite frosting. Then add some sprinkles or chocolate chips. Any way you decorate them, these cupcakes are a tasty delight.

Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes -- Fluffy and moist homemade vanilla cupcakes, perfect for any occasion. | thishappymommy.com

Read all about my daughter’s second birthday cake,  Angel Food Birthday Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting.

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Looking for the perfect party cupcake? Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes are a simple, tasty treat. With a light, moist batter, these cupcakes are a true delight. Customize them with your favourite frosting, sprinkles, or even chocolate chips!

  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 12 Cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • VANILLA CUPCAKES INGREDIENTS
  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup apple sauce
  • 1/4 cup fat free vanilla Greek yogurt (substitute for fat free plain Greek yogurt)
  • 3 tablespoons egg whites
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • VANILLA CREAM CHEESE ICING INGREDIENTS
  • 1 1/2 cups low fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons fat free vanilla Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda.
  3. In a smaller bowl, combine milk, apple sauce, yogurt, egg whites and vanilla.
  4. Add milk mixture to flour one. Mix to combine.
  5. Fill muffin tins with cupcake liners.
  6. Evenly spoon batter into cupcake liner.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or toothpick comes out clean.
  8. To prepare the icing, combine cream cheese, sugar, and yogurt in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  9. Decorate cupcakes with frosting, sprinkles, chocolate chips, marshmallows or any other toppings. Plate and enjoy!

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What’s your favourite sweet treat? Do you enjoy Yummy Vanilla Cupcakes?

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  1. Katie's Time Travelling Kitchen

    August 25 2016 at 4:19 am

    These look lovely! 🙂

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 25 2016 at 7:42 pm

      Thanks Katie!! ?

      Reply
  2. Spence's Girl

    August 15 2016 at 11:52 am

    These look fabulous! Pinning the recipe to bake soon!!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 15 2016 at 10:24 pm

      Thanks!! Hope you enjoy it! ?

      Reply
  3. Melanie Noell Bernard

    August 14 2016 at 10:26 pm

    Oh no! The sweetness makes me want to break out the chocolate chip zucchini bread from the freezer! 0.0 But I’m trying to eat healthy! *stares at cupcakes a little longer*

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 15 2016 at 10:22 pm

      Thanks Melanie!! Your zucchini bread sounds delicious! ? These cupcakes are a little healthier – they’re made with apple sauce instead of butter or oil. Hope you indulge in them.

      Reply
      • Melanie Noell Bernard

        August 15 2016 at 10:27 pm

        Oo! A great idea. I will definitely have to try them sometime. I’ve never had applesauce cupcakes. Mm! ^.^

        Reply
        • Jessica

          August 15 2016 at 10:28 pm

          They’re really tasty!! Your taste buds won’t even know they’re healthier! ?

          Reply
  4. Yvette

    August 14 2016 at 1:40 am

    They look so pretty!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 15 2016 at 10:09 pm

      Thanks Yvette! ?

      Reply
  5. Sarah

    August 11 2016 at 8:00 am

    These look so pretty and yummy!!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 11 2016 at 3:06 pm

      Thanks Sarah!! You’re so sweet! ?

      Reply
  6. Linda @thedutchbaker

    August 10 2016 at 7:31 am

    This is lovely! 🙂 thank you for sharing, never tried vanilla cupcakes with applesauce! Sounds interesting 🙂

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 10 2016 at 8:32 pm

      Thanks Linda! Hope you enjoy it. ?

      Reply
  7. Maria Parenti-Baldey

    August 10 2016 at 5:28 am

    Omg…Apart from the vanilla cupcakes looking deliciously temping, your presentation of your vanilla cupcakes looks absolutely fabulous. Do you use a good camera? Then I saw ll the other goodies.

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 10 2016 at 8:36 pm

      Thanks Maria! You’re so sweet. I don’t have a fancy camera. I just try to work with the natural light in our house and use our point and shoot camera.

      Reply
      • Maria Parenti-Baldey

        August 11 2016 at 5:51 am

        Great job. The close ups were so good that I felt I could reach in and grab one.

        Reply
        • Jessica

          August 11 2016 at 3:08 pm

          Thanks Maria!! Wouldn’t that be awesome! ?

          Reply
  8. madebydemi

    August 10 2016 at 3:07 am

    They look so yummy!! happy birthday to your little one 🙂 I hope she enjoyed her special day!!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 10 2016 at 8:36 pm

      Thanks Demi!! We’ve had a wonderful time celebrating her birthday. ?

      Reply
  9. Archana

    August 9 2016 at 7:23 pm

    Love the cupcakes and the wrapper!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 9 2016 at 8:33 pm

      Thanks Archana! ?

      Reply
  10. Snapshotsincursive

    August 9 2016 at 3:22 pm

    Vanilla is yummy! Real vanilla! ?

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 9 2016 at 8:34 pm

      Thanks! I love vanilla too! ?

      Reply
  11. Sheila Moss

    August 9 2016 at 12:51 pm

    Very pretty!

    Reply
    • Sheila Moss

      August 9 2016 at 12:52 pm

      I forgot to ask, where do you get the adorable paper cups?

      Reply
      • Jessica

        August 9 2016 at 8:45 pm

        Thanks Sheila!! I found them at a local dollar store.

        Reply
        • Sheila Moss

          August 10 2016 at 11:01 am

          Hum… we have Dollar General, Dollar Tree, and Family Dollar. I will have to check them out. Never thought of looking for something like that.

          Reply
          • Jessica

            August 10 2016 at 8:31 pm

            Good luck!! ?

  12. Gee Majal M. Chiong

    August 9 2016 at 10:56 am

    I love the cupcake wrapper! =D

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 9 2016 at 8:35 pm

      Thanks Gee Majal! ?

      Reply
  13. Jessica

    August 9 2016 at 10:54 am

    Goodness, those look delicious. Shared with my Facebook friends. 🙂

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 9 2016 at 8:36 pm

      Thanks Jessica!! You’re so sweet!! ?

      Reply
      • Jessica

        August 9 2016 at 9:40 pm

        Aw! Thanks! And, you’re welcome! 🙂

        Reply
  14. Cook with Smile..

    August 9 2016 at 10:06 am

    I agree with you Jessica, kids do grow in blink of an eye…and cup cakes looks yummy?

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 9 2016 at 8:37 pm

      Thanks!! It feels like it’s going by faster and faster all the time.

      Reply
  15. meetruchisharma

    August 9 2016 at 8:09 am

    Delish ??

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 9 2016 at 8:38 pm

      Thanks Ruchi! ?

      Reply
  16. Jules Litwin

    August 9 2016 at 7:09 am

    They sure are yummy. Must be the hard work of your adorable sous chef

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 9 2016 at 8:39 pm

      Thanks!! My daughter had a lot of fun making and decorating the cupcakes. ?

      Reply

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