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Simple Funfetti-Style Cupcakes

Simple Funfetti-Style Cupcakes

Simple Funfetti-Style Cupcakes are quick, colorful, and delicious treats perfect for any celebration or casual gathering. Bursting with rainbow sprinkles and a moist, fluffy texture, these cupcakes combine easy baking with festive fun, making them loved by both kids and adults alike.

  • Total Time: 30-33 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake pan with paper liners to ensure even baking and easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined to distribute the leavening agents evenly.
  3. Cream the Butter and Sugar: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes to aerate the mixture for tender cupcakes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next, then mix in the vanilla extract to build structure and enhance flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Fold in Sprinkles: Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles with a spatula, taking care not to overmix so the colors don’t bleed and the funfetti effect is maintained.
  7. Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the lined cupcake tins and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, ensuring moist cupcakes with no gummy center.
  8. Cool and Frost: Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Frost with your favorite icing and decorate with extra sprinkles if desired.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter, eggs, and milk for a smoother batter and better rise.
  • Mix batter until just combined to keep cupcakes tender and light.
  • Add sprinkles last and fold gently to prevent color bleeding.
  • Use an ice cream scoop or measuring cup to portion batter evenly for uniform cupcakes.
  • Check cupcakes a few minutes before the end of baking time to avoid overbaking.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Can be adapted to Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

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