Description

4th of July Funfetti Cupcakes are a delightful addition to your summer celebrations. With their light and fluffy vanilla base, each cupcake is bursting with vibrant rainbow sprinkles and topped with a rich buttercream frosting. These festive treats are not only visually stunning but also easy to make, making them perfect for family barbecues or any gathering. Bring joy to your table with these colorful cupcakes that will have everyone smiling with every bite!

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
2 large eggs (room temperature)
¾ cup whole milk
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
½ cup rainbow sprinkles
1 ½ cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
¼ cup heavy cream (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with milk, starting and ending with flour mixture—mix until just combined.
Gently fold in rainbow sprinkles using a rubber spatula.
Fill each liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling before frosting.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
Calories: 225
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added flavor variations, swap vanilla extract for almond extract or incorporate lemon zest into the batter. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.