Mommie Smith's Cupcakes

These cupcakes have been a family favorite since before I was born. They actually originate with my great-grandmother, Jesse. She used to make these for my grandpa on their farm. My mother made them often and now I make them for my girls. The recipe only makes 12, so you’ll want to double if you’re making it for a larger group. They’re simple and sweet and I always love the smell of them baking.

Mommie Smith’s Cupcakes

½ cup butter (of course!)
½ cup milk
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 ½ cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tsp vanilla
Powdered Sugar Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Cream together butter and sugar in mixer until fluffy.

3. Combine in a small mixing bowl: flour and baking powder.

4. Add eggs to creamed mixture, one at a time until well incorporated. Add milk and vanilla then stir in (recommended by hand) your dry ingredients.

5. Spray muffin tins with non stick cooking spray (or butter them, if you’re really feeling decadent!)

6. Using a spoon place batter evenly to make 12 cupcakes.

7. Bake for 20 mins or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

8. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before removing cupcakes from pan. Once removed, combine your powdered sugar glaze in a small bowl. If you like it thinner, add more liquid. Drizzle over cupcakes and enjoy!

Serves 12