Sponge cupcakes: The Best Easy Treat for Every Home Baker
These sponge cupcakes are light, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, they can be made quickly and easily.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then add the melted butter and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For a chocolate version, substitute 1/4 cup of flour with cocoa powder.
- These cupcakes can be frosted with your favorite icing for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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