Easy Almond Cupcakes (With Almond Buttercream)
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Almond Cupcakes with Almond Buttercream. These soft and moist cupcakes are a perfect treat for any occasion, from birthdays to sweet afternoon snacks. With just a hint of almond extract and creamy almond buttercream frosting, they offer a unique twist that is both comforting and luxurious. Plus, this simple recipe requires minimal effort, making it suitable for bakers of all levels. Gather your ingredients and enjoy the process of creating these irresistible cupcakes that are sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18–20 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Makes 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 (to taste)
- 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 and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, oil, sour cream, water, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
- Gradually add in the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix until just combined—it's okay if there are small lumps.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool for about 5 minutes in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, frost with almond buttercream using a piping bag.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg