Follow these clear steps to create your Vanilla Cupcakes:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure they are incorporated.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture to maintain a uniform texture.
6. Add Vanilla Extract: Fold in the vanilla extract until well combined, ensuring the batter remains smooth.
7. Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool: Remove cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Decorate: Once cooled, you can frost with your favorite icing or serve as is!

By following these steps, you’ll create perfectly fluffy Vanilla Cupcakes that will impress everyone who tries them.