Mini Vanilla Cupcake Bites
Incredibly moist, bite-sized vanilla treats topped with a silky smooth vanilla glaze and sprinkles. These are the ultimate party dessert!
Ingredients
1/4 cup (56g) salted butter, melted
1/4 cup (60mL) canola oil
1 cup (230g) granulated sugar
2 eggs, room temperature
1/2 Tbsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp butter flavor
1 cup (139g) cake flour
1/4 cup (38g) all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2/3 cup (177mL) buttermilk, room temperature
1/4 cup (59mL) milk (for icing)
10 Tbsp butter (for icing)
2 tsp clear vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups (375g) powdered sugar
White food coloring (optional)
Sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare mini silicone muffin molds.
2. In a stand mixer, combine melted butter, oil, and granulated sugar until well combined.
3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly between each addition.
4. Mix in the vanilla extract and butter flavor.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together cake flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
6. Add dry ingredients to the mixer slowly. Once almost combined, pour in buttermilk and mix until smooth.
7. Fill mini silicone molds 3/4 full.
8. Bake for 17-20 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched.
9. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before removing from molds.
10. For icing: Microwave milk and butter for 45 seconds until hot. Whisk in vanilla and powdered sugar.
11. Spread icing onto cooled bites and top with sprinkles.
Notes
Room temperature buttermilk and eggs are crucial for a smooth batter.
Don’t overbake! Check at 17 minutes.
Use clear vanilla extract in the icing if you want a bright white finish.
Find it online: https://pinchofwarmthbakes.com/mini-vanilla-cupcake-bites/