A delightful little treat, these copycat Magnolia Bakery cupcakes are a perfect addition to your dessert menu. They are the ideal combination of a vanilla cupcake with a sweet buttercream that is simple to make and delicious. Just like those found at your favorite bakery, these are always a hit!
Copycat Magnolia Bakery Cupcakes
Cupcakes are a favorite dessert. Portable, sweet, and bite-sized, they are perfect for sharing. These cupcakes are so simple but so delicious! One small ingredient changes the texture and flavor just enough to make them special, and now you can make them at home!
If you like a good copycat recipe, then you will also love these copycat DoubleTree cookies or even these copycat Subway white chocolate cranberry cookies. It’s so fun to make a famous treat at home to share!
What Makes Magnolia Cupcakes Special?
While the real appeal is that they are so light and airy, one of the things that makes them truly unique is the addition of sour cream in the batter. It’s common to find this in many baked goods, but in this cupcake, it really adds the extra fat to keep them moist. Plus, it gives a slight tang of flavor that just makes them a little better than the rest.
Can I Use This Cupcake Batter for a Cake Instead?
You can definitely turn this into a cake if you prefer. Cupcakes cook faster and are easier to serve. They also tend to stay moist better than cakes. If you prefer a cake, I do recommend making this a layer cake so the batter is cooked in smaller batches rather than a large sheet cake.
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