Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
• In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
• Fill the lined muffin cups about 2/3 full.
• Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Decorate as desired.