Spring Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F LIne two 12-cup muffin pans with paper liners and lightly grease the pan on top.
2. 2
   CUPCAKES: Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt until combined.
3. 3
   Measure out and reserve 2 tablespoons milk and reserve to use in frosting.
4. 4
   Add remaining milk, butter, vanilla and eggs to flour mixture.
5. 5
   Beat on medium or whisk untl smooth.
6. 6
   Divide evenly among muffin cups, filling 3/4 full.
7. 7
   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. 8
   Transfer cupcakes to a wire rack; cool completely before frosting.
9. 9
   FROSTING: Beat shortening, reserved milk, butter, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
10. 10
    Add sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating unitl light and fluffy.
11. 11
    TIP: Add a few drops of food coloring to small amounts of icing for a rainbow of colors!