Instructions

  1. Cupcakes:
  2. Combine all the cupcake ingredients in a large mixing bowl; beat at low speed of an electric mixer just until blended. Then beat at high speed for 2 minutes.
  3. Spoon the batter into paper-lined muffin pans, filling 2/3 full.
  4. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Remove from the pans, and let them cool completely on a wire rack. Once cool, spread frosting on top of each cupcake.
  6. Frosting:
  7. Combine all the frosting ingredients in a mixing bowl; beat at low speed of an electric mixer until smooth. Yield: 2 1/2 cups.