Easy Almond Cupcakes (With Almond Buttercream)
Indulge in the delightful flavor of these Easy Almond Cupcakes topped with creamy almond buttercream frosting. Perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to cozy family gatherings, these moist and fluffy cupcakes are a crowd-pleaser. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a batch in under 30 minutes. Each bite bursts with sweet almond goodness, making them an irresistible treat for both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re serving them at a special event or enjoying them as a simple dessert after dinner, these cupcakes are sure to bring smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 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 bowl, mix together the egg, oil, sour cream, water, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda; whisk until blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and 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 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg