Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cupcake pans with paper liners.
Step 2:
Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add shortening, milk, and vanilla. Beat for 1 minute on medium speed. Scrape side of bowl with a spatula.
Step 3:
Add eggs to the mixture. Beat for 1 minute on medium speed. Scrape bowl again. Beat on high speed for 1 minute 30 seconds until well mixed.
Step 4:
Spoon cupcake batter into paper liners until 1/2 to 2/3 full.
Step 5:
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
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Step 7:
Cool 5 minutes in pans then remove and place on wire racks to cool completely.
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Step 9:
Once cupcakes are completely cooled, frost with your favorite frosting recipe or decorate as you desire.
