Vanilla Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting Recipe - EntertainingCouple.com

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
• 3 cups sugar
• 5 eggs, at room temperature
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
• 1 tablespoon vanilla
• 4-ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
• 4 1/2 – 5 cups powdered sugar