Description
4th of July Funfetti Cupcakes are the ultimate festive treat, perfect for celebrating Independence Day with a burst of color and flavor. These light and fluffy cupcakes are packed with vibrant sprinkles and topped with creamy buttercream frosting, making every bite feel like a celebration. Easy to make and visually stunning, they’ll be the star of any gathering, bringing joy and sweetness to your summer festivities.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup colorful sprinkles (plus extra for topping)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 4 oz cream cheese (optional for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Whisk together flour and baking powder in a bowl; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with milk until combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in sprinkles.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool completely before frosting with buttercream or cream cheese icing, adding extra sprinkles on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg