Description
Delight in these festive Christmas Cherry Vanilla Cupcakes, featuring moist vanilla batter studded with juicy cherries for a perfect holiday treat. These cupcakes are easy to make, combining classic flavors with a touch of seasonal cheer that’s sure to brighten any dessert table.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking your cupcakes.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for your batter.
- Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate and maintain the light texture.
- Mix in Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the batter with a rich, sweet aroma that complements the cherries.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
- Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture in portions, alternating with milk. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing until just combined to keep the batter tender.
- Fold in Cherries: Gently fold in the chopped cherries, ensuring they are evenly dispersed throughout the batter without breaking them up too much.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter into lined cupcake tins, filling each about two-thirds full for room to rise.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating they are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before serving to enjoy the full flavors and perfect texture.
Notes
- If fresh cherries are not available, frozen cherries can be used but should be thawed and drained well to avoid excess moisture.
- For extra festive flair, top cupcakes with vanilla or cream cheese frosting and a cherry garnish.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep cupcakes tender and light.
- Room temperature ingredients help achieve a smoother batter and better rise.
