5 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
salt to taste
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1/8 cup milk
3/4 cup butter, melted
Preheat oven to 350 F (175 C). Grease a glass or pastry cupcake pan. Stir together flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup confectioners' sugar, salt, vanilla and 1/2 cup sugar. Beat on medium speed until fluffy. Stir in egg, milk, melted butter and milk. Pour batter into prepared pan.
Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.