Step 1

In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar together at high speed until fully integrated.

Step 2

Beat in eggs, one at a time.

Step 3

Beat in flour, one cup at a time, alternating with milk, until just combined.

Step 4

Mix in vanilla extract until just combined.

Step 5

Divide batter evenly between 24 cupcake liners.

Step 6

Place into a COLD oven. Set the oven to 325 F and bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out dry. Important: If your oven has a boost feature, make sure that is turned off.