Maple Cupcakes

5 from 7 votes

These cupcakes are bursting with maple flavor by using maple syrup in both the cupcake batter and the simple buttercream frosting.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: cupcakes

Calories: 442kcal

Preheat oven to 375℉ and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
Beat together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
1 stick butter, 1 cup brown sugar
Add egg and mix.
1 egg
Add in maple syrup and mix till well combined.
½ cup maple syrup
Add in flour, baking powder, and salt, and mix until starting to combine, then add milk and mix till fully combined.
2 cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ cup milk
Spoon into cupcake liners and bake for 18-22 minutes. Cool completely.

Beat butter until soft and smooth. Add the rest of the frosting ingredients and beat until desired texture.
1 stick butter, 2 cups powdered sugar, ½ cup maple syrup
Pipe or spread onto cooled cupcakes and enjoy!

Be sure to use pure maple syrup, not pancake syrup. This will ensure your cupcakes have the best flavor and texture.

If the frosting comes out too thick, add more maple syrup, milk, or cream. If it's too thin, add more powdered sugar.