Easy Almond Cupcakes (With Almond Buttercream)
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with these Easy Almond Cupcakes topped with luscious Almond Buttercream. These cupcakes are soft, moist, and bursting with the rich flavor of almonds—making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for family gatherings, celebrations, or simply enjoying a sweet moment at home, this straightforward recipe calls for a handful of wholesome ingredients found in your pantry. In just about 30 minutes, you can create these beautiful desserts that are sure to impress and satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 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 (full fat)
- 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). Line a cupcake tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, combine the egg, oil, sour cream, water, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
- Pour the batter into prepared cupcake liners 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 (75g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg