Milk Cupcakes: The Softest, Creamiest Little Treats You’ll Ever Bake
There’s something irresistibly nostalgic about the simple, comforting flavor of milk — warm, creamy, and slightly sweet. Now imagine capturing that essence in a soft, fluffy cupcake. Milk Cupcakes are exactly that: delicate, melt-in-your-mouth treats that balance sweetness and creaminess in every bite.
Perfect for tea time, parties, or as an everyday indulgence, these cupcakes are all about purity and texture. They’re moist, buttery, and infused with rich, milky flavor — almost like a cross between a sponge cake and tres leches, but lighter and easier to make. Top them with a whipped milk frosting or serve them plain with a dusting of powdered sugar — either way, they’re bound to become a new favorite in your dessert rotation.
🥛 Why You’ll Love These Milk Cupcakes
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Ultra-moist texture: Thanks to warm milk and butter incorporated into the batter.
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Rich yet delicate flavor: Sweet creaminess balanced with subtle vanilla notes.
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Simple ingredients: Everything you need is likely already in your kitchen.
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Customizable: Perfect base for frostings, glazes, or even fruit toppings.
🧁 Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
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1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
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½ cup (120ml) whole milk
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3 large eggs, room temperature
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional, for a lovely aroma)
For the Milk Frosting (optional but heavenly):
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½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, cold
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2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
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