Straus Organic Vanilla Recipe

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.

In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the Straus Organic Vanilla Extract (2 tsp).

Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients, until just combined.

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

In a large bowl, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy.

Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low until incorporated.

Add the milk (start with 2 tbsp) and continue to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy; add the Straus Organic Vanilla Extract (2 tsp) and a pinch of salt.

Adjust stiffness with additional milk or powdered sugar as needed to reach a spreadable consistency.

Frost cooled cupcakes with the vanilla frosting. Optionally decorate with sprinkles.