Easy Almond Cupcakes (With Almond Buttercream)
If you’re in the mood for a delightful dessert that’s both soft and moist, these Easy Almond Cupcakes with Almond Buttercream are just what you need! Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to casual weeknight treats, this recipe combines simple ingredients to create cupcakes that are not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. The unique almond flavor elevates these cupcakes, making them a standout option that everyone will love. Topped with luscious almond buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are hard to resist—prepare to go back for seconds!
- 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 (full fat)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4–1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 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 muffin tins with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, oil, sour cream, water, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually add it to the wet ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, frost with almond buttercream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg