Gold Star Cupcakes

A foolproof guide to mastering Gold Star Cupcakes that are perfect for celebrations with a delightful texture and a stunning finish.

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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Once cooled, use a piping bag to frost each cupcake with buttercream frosting.
Top each cupcake with gold star sprinkles for decoration.

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. For a decorative touch, chill frosted cupcakes for a few minutes before decorating.