Nitrate & Nitrite Free Vanilla Cupcakes

Total time1 hr 12 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time22 min

4.7

(30)

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Ingredients

12 servings

For the cupcakes

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
½ cup whole milk
⅓ cup neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable oil)
1 tbsp white vinegar
2 tsp vanilla extract

For the frosting

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
3 tbsp whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

For serving

sprinkles, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.

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