Easy Almond Cupcakes (With Almond Buttercream)
If you’re craving a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion, look no further than these Easy Almond Cupcakes with Almond Buttercream. With their soft and moist texture, these cupcakes are incredibly simple to make, ensuring that you can whip them up in no time—whether it’s a busy weeknight or a family gathering. The rich flavor of almonds paired with creamy almond buttercream creates a sweet treat that will bring smiles to everyone around. Plus, they’re versatile enough to customize to suit your taste preferences!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4–1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 2 cups almond buttercream frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, oil, sour cream, water, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix gently until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with almond buttercream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg