CONFETTI CUPCAKES
Confetti Cupcakes are colourful, fluffy, and full of rainbow sprinkles. These fun and festive treats are perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you want to brighten someone's day with a soft, sweet vanilla cupcake.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- ⅓ cup rainbow sprinkles jimmies work best
For the Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 –2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional sprinkles for topping
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
Add Dry Ingredients and Milk:
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in sprinkles.
Bake:
- Divide the batter evenly into the liners. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
Make Frosting:
- Beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk a little at a time until smooth. Frost cooled cupcakes and top with sprinkles.
Notes
- Sprinkle Tip: Use jimmies, not nonpareils, to prevent colour bleeding.
- Make Ahead: Cupcakes can be baked a day ahead and stored unfrosted.
- Customise: Swap rainbow sprinkles for themed colours to match any holiday or party.
- Storage: Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.