Vanilla Bliss Cupcakes

1. Prep and Preheat

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 12-cup muffin tins or line with cupcake papers.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour. Set aside.

3. Mix Milk Mixture

In a small bowl, combine 1 cup milk with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Set aside.

4. Cream Butter and Sugar

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer at medium speed to cream 1 cup softened butter until smooth. Gradually add 2 cups sugar, beating until the mixture is fluffy, about 3 minutes.

5. Add Eggs

Beat in 4 eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next.

6. Alternate Additions

Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, alternately with the milk mixture. Beat well after each addition to maintain a smooth batter.

7. Fill and Bake

Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, until the tops spring back when lightly touched.

8. Cool and Ready to Ice

Remove the cupcakes from the pans and allow them to cool on a rack before icing.