Place first 4 ingredients in mixing bowl- with hand (or stand) mixer, mix until creamy. About 1 minute
In separate bowl, add all other dry ingredients, whisk to combine, then add in 1/3 increments to bowl with wet ingredients- mixing after each addition til combined.
Scoop evenly into paper lined muffin tin
Bake for 25-30 minutes at 350. Oven temperatures vary, so check after 20 minutes by inserting toothpick to determine doneness.
For Frosting
While cupcakes are baking, add frosting ingredients to mixing bowl, mix with hand mixer til creamy.