Funfetti Cupcakes 🎉🧁
Ingredients
For the Funfetti Cupcakes:
1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
½ cup (120ml) whole milk
⅓ cup (55g) rainbow sprinkles (jimmies, not nonpareils)
For the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:
1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
2 tbsp heavy cream or milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Extra rainbow sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
Making the Funfetti Cupcakes:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract.
Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles (do not overmix).
Fill cupcake liners ⅔ full and bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool completely.
Making the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:
Beat butter until creamy.
Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
Pour in vanilla and heavy cream, beating until fluffy.
If needed, add a pinch of salt to balance sweetness.
Pipe onto cupcakes and top with extra sprinkles!
Fun Variations:
✔ Use different colored sprinkles for a themed look! (Pastels for Easter, red & green for Christmas, etc.)
✔ Fill cupcakes with a fun surprise like more sprinkles or vanilla pudding.
✔ Swap vanilla for almond or birthday cake extract for extra cake batter flavor.
Enjoy these Funfetti Cupcakes—perfect for birthdays and celebrations! 🎂🎊