Birthday Cupcake

1: In a medium bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.

2: In a second bowl, beat together softened butter and sugar on medium-high speed for 5 minutes until thick and fluffy.

3: Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing to incorporate with each egg.

4: Blend in vanilla and scrape down the bowl.

5: Reduce mixer to medium speed and add the flour in thirds, alternating with buttermilk, beating well between additions.

6: Pour batter into 12 lined muffin tins, filling 2/3 full.

7: Bake in the center of the oven at 325˚F for 20-23 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8: Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

9: For frosting, add all ingredients and beat using a mixer on medium until fluffy, adding extra milk as needed.