Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 180C/ 350F / Gas 4. Line a muffin tin with paper cases.
2. 2
   Put the butter and sugar in a bowl and beat until pale and fluffy.
3. 3
   Sift the flour, baking powder and salt into the bowl.
4. 4
   Beat the eggs and vanilla and add to the bowl. Beat until just combined.
5. 5
   Spoon the mixture into the paper cases.
6. 6
   Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until risen, golden and firm to the touch.
7. 7
   Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.