Description
Vanilla Brown Butter Cupcakes are a delightful treat with the richness of brown butter combined with the sweet, aromatic flavor of vanilla. These soft, moist cupcakes are perfect for any occasion and can be paired with your favorite frosting for a truly indulgent dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking the butter, swirling the pan occasionally, until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Slowly pour the cooled brown butter into the egg mixture while mixing on low speed. Once combined, add the sour cream and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, frost with your favorite frosting, such as vanilla buttercream or cream cheese frosting, and enjoy!
Notes
- If you want a stronger brown butter flavor, you can increase the amount of butter to 3/4 cup, but be mindful that this may change the texture slightly.
- You can add a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a subtle spiced flavor that complements the brown butter.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg