Vanilla Almond Cupcakes with Vanilla Almond Cream Cheese Frosting

The combination of vanilla and almond flavors creates a delightful aroma and taste in these cupcakes, making them a favorite among dessert lovers.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Vanilla Almond Cupcakes with Vanilla Almond Cream Cheese Frosting

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Sliced almonds
• 0.5 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk.
6. Fold in the sliced almonds.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth and creamy.
11. Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting.
12. Optional: sprinkle additional sliced almonds on top for garnish.
13. Allow the frosting to set for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.