Recipe video above. Your search for the perfect Vanilla Cupcakes is over! These have a professional bakery-style crumb that's way more plush and velvety than typical recipes. And very importantly, these stay perfectly fresh for 4 days - unheard of!While for Vanilla Cake, I prefer using a standmixer, for these cupcakes, I find it's easier to use a handheld beater - see notes for why.Metric - click button above ingredients. Sweetness - Note 11. Cake flour - no need, better with plain flour. See Notes for four key things to guarantee success.