Best 6 Magnolia Bakery Vanilla Cupcakes With Vanilla Buttercream Icing Recipes

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If you're searching for a heavenly treat that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a blissful realm of sweetness, look no further than the iconic Magnolia Bakery vanilla cupcakes with vanilla buttercream icing. Originating from the heart of New York City, these cupcakes have garnered a fervent following worldwide, captivating hearts with their delicate crumb, heavenly vanilla flavor, and the perfect balance of sweetness. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the delightful process of creating these delectable treats in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MAGNOLIA BAKERY VANILLA CUPCAKES



Magnolia Bakery Vanilla Cupcakes image

From the Magnolia Bakery. This is their most popular cupcake, iced with vanilla buttercream. The most popular color for the icing is pink. See Recipe #133675.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line 24 muffin tins with cupcake papers.
  • In a small bowl, add the flours; stir to combine; set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  • Add the sugar gradually and beat for 3 minutes or until fluffy.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the milk and vanilla.
  • With each addition, beat until the ingredients are incorporated but do not overmix.
  • Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling about 3/4 full.
  • Bake in a 350° oven for 20-25 minutes.
  • Cool the cupcakes in the tin for 15 minutes.
  • Remove cakes from the tins and cool on a wire rack before icing.
  • Ice with tinted Vanilla Buttercream.

MAGNOLIA BAKERY VANILLA CUPCAKES



Magnolia Bakery Vanilla Cupcakes image

The most popular flavor at the celebrated New York City bakery is vanilla for a reason! With a moist, tender crumb and rich buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are a true classic. This recipe comes from "More from Magnolia: Recipes from the World-Famous Bakery and Allysa Torey's Home Kitchen."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cupcake Recipes

Yield Makes about 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Magnolia Bakery Vanilla Buttercream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners; set aside. In a small bowl, combine flours; set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add dry ingredients in 3 parts, alternating with the milk and vanilla, and scraping down sides of bowl in between each addition; beat until ingredients are incorporated but do not overbeat.
  • Divide batter evenly among liners, filling about three-quarters full. Bake, rotating pan halfway through, until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Transfer to a wire rack to cool in tins for 15 minutes. Remove cupcakes from tins, and cool completely on rack. Once cupcakes have cooled, use a small offset spatula to frost tops of each cupcake. Serve at room temperature.

MAGNOLIA BAKERY VANILLA BUTTERCREAM



Magnolia Bakery Vanilla Buttercream image

Use this rich frosting to decorate Magnolia Bakery Vanilla Cupcakes. This recipe comes from "More from Magnolia: Recipes from the World-Famous Bakery and Allysa Torey's Home Kitchen."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes     Fillings & Frostings     Buttercream Frosting Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
6 to 8 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine butter, 4 cups sugar, milk, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy, 3 to 5 minutes. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating for about 2 minutes after each addition, until icing reaches desired consistency; you may not need to add all the sugar. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

MAGNOLIA BAKERY'S CUPCAKES



Magnolia Bakery's Cupcakes image

You don't have to wait in line. You can make the famous West Village bakery's cupcakes at home. Don't forget the icing!

Provided by Susan Campos

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing pans
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting pans
1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line two 12-cup muffin tins with cupcake papers. Mix the flours together in a bowl. In a glass measure, mix the milk and vanilla.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Add the sugar gradually and beat until fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk and the vanilla, beating well after each addition. Spoon the batter into muffin cups about 3/4 full.
  • Bake until the tops of the cupcakes spring back when lightly touched, 20 to 22 minutes. Remove cupcakes from the pans and cool on a rack before icing.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 202, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 111 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MAGNOLIA BAKERY'S BUTTERCREAM VANILLA ICING



Magnolia Bakery's Buttercream Vanilla Icing image

From the world-famous Magnolia Bakery, comes the ultimate buttercream icing recipe. With loads of butter, piles of confectioner's sugar and a generous glug of vanilla extract, how can you go wrong? It's simple, but spectacular. It goes great with their cupcake recipe, but it plays nice with almost any cake.

Provided by Susan Campos

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield yields about 4 1/4 cups icing, enough for 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
8 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Food coloring (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the butter in a large mixing bowl. Add 4 cups of the sugar and then the milk and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the remaining sugar, 1 cup at a time, until the icing is thick enough to spread. Add a few drops of food coloring if desired. Frost cupcakes. Serve at room temperature. Leftover icing freezes well for up to two months.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 341, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 12 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 6 milligrams, Sugar 59 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MAGNOLIA VANILLA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



Magnolia Vanilla Buttercream Frosting image

From New York's legendary Magnolia Bakery. Yields 24 cupcakes or 1 cake (see note below for triple layer cake) Nota Bene: - always allow baked goods to cool sufficiently before icing. - Use and store at room temperature because icing will set if chilled. - Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Provided by GoldsmithLissa

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 1 cake, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
6 -8 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter
8 -10 cups confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place the butter in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add 4 cups of the sugar and then the milk and vanilla.
  • On the medium speed of an electric mixer, beat until smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Gradually add the remaining sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition (about 2 minutes), until the icing is thick enough to be of good spreading consistency.
  • Note: You may not need to add all of the sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.5, Fat 19.7, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 52.6, Sodium 9.6, Carbohydrate 70.4, Sugar 68.7, Protein 0.6

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality ingredients. This means using real butter, pure vanilla extract, and fresh eggs.
  • Make sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a light and airy cupcake.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can toughen the cupcakes.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Do not overbake, as this can also dry out the cupcakes.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • If you are using a piping bag to frost the cupcakes, make sure to use a large tip. This will help to create a smooth and even frosting.
  • For a fun and festive touch, you can decorate the cupcakes with your favorite toppings, such as rainbow jimmies, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.

Conclusion:

Magnolia Bakery's Vanilla Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream Icing are a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are light and fluffy, with a delicious vanilla flavor that is sure to please everyone. The vanilla buttercream icing is rich and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the cupcakes. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cupcake recipe, I highly recommend this one.

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