Homemade Funfetti Cupcakes
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Homemade Funfetti Cupcakes
Description
These Homemade Funfetti Cupcakes begin with a classic vanilla cake batter made by creaming butter and sugar, followed by eggs, vanilla, and a combination of flour and baking powder. Brightly colored sprinkles are folded into the batter, dispersing color throughout the cupcakes once baked. The cupcakes are baked until a tender crumb forms, then cooled before frosting.
The accompanying vanilla buttercream is made by creaming softened butter until smooth, gradually incorporating powdered sugar and vanilla extract for flavor. A small amount of milk can be added to adjust the frosting consistency. The frosting is piped or spread onto cooled cupcakes and topped with extra sprinkles for a festive appearance.
The combination of soft, flavorful cake with the sweet, creamy frosting and decorative sprinkles makes these cupcakes suitable for birthday parties or any occasion requiring a colorful, joyful dessert.
Ingredients
Homemade Funfetti Cupcakes
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 egg whole
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/3 cup Sprinkles assorted brightly colored; plus more for top of frosting
Vanilla Buttercream
- 2 butter softened, sticks
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon milk if needed
Instructions
Homemade Funfetti Cupcakes
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cream butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla and beat until combined. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl. Add half of the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Add the milk. Once mixed, add remaining dry ingredients. Fold in assorted sprinkles. Pour into cupcake tins and fill 2/3 of the way full. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool, then frost.
Vanilla Buttercream
- Cream butter in the bowl of an electric mixture until completely smooth and creamy. With the mixer on low speed, add in powdered sugar slowly. Gradually increase mixer speed and add vanilla, then beat for 2-3 minutes, scraping down sides and bottom of the bowl. If frosting is too thick, add milk 1 teaspoon at a time until desired consistency is reached If it’s too thin, add sugar gradually until it thickens. Frost cupcakes and top with sprinkles.
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