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My kids go crazy over Funfetti cupcakes and this recipe for Homemade Funfetti Cupcakes is super easy. It is so simple that I almost didn’t share it. Your kids will love this.
Making dessert recipes for my kids birthdays from scratch is my favorite thing to do. The flavor is amazing and they can choose what type of flavor the prefer.
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What's in this post: Homemade Funfetti Cupcake Recipe
Why We Love This Recipe
Cupcakes are the perfect individual dessert that can be made in a variety of ways. If you are a baker, you probably already have the majority of the ingredients. Which makes this recipe even easier.
From the Funfetti cupcake to the homemade frosting, these are sure to make someone smile. Make sure you try some of our delicious cupcakes. I know you will find more your family will love.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- All-Purpose Flour
- Baking Powder
- Baking Soda
- Salt
- Eggs
- Granulated Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
- Vegetable Oil
- Whole Milk, room temperature
- Rainbow Sprinkles
For the Frosting:
- Unsalted Butter
- Powdered Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
- Heavy Cream
- Rainbow Sprinkles (for decorating)
For the full recipe and ingredients, scroll to the bottom for the recipe card.
Variations Ideas
- Frosting – These vanilla cupcakes are even delicious with a cream cheese frosting or chocolate frosting. You can use a store bought frosting as well or we love this easy vanilla buttercream frosting recipe.
- Funfetti Cake – Make this recipe into a cake for a delicious variation.
- Cake Mixes – Feel free to use a cake mix to make this recipe. You can still fold in sprinkles for a delicious option.
Step by Step Instructions
- Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and fill 2 cupcake pans with cupcake paper liners.
Step 2 – Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Set aside.
Step 3 – In a large bowl, add the eggs, add sugar and continue beating for about 30 seconds until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 4 – Add oil and vanilla extract, beat until well combined.
Step 5 – Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with buttermilk. Beat until well combined, batter will be thin.
Step 6 – Use a rubber spatula to gently mix in the rainbow sprinkles. Be careful not to over mix.
Step 7 – Divide the batter into cupcake liners. Fill them approximately 2/3 of the way full. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8 – In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until its creamy, light and fluffy.
Step 9 – Gradually mix the powdered sugar into the butter mixture ½ cup at a time. Make sure that the powdered sugar is completely mixed in before adding more.
- Step 10 – Turn the mixer speed to low and add in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Beat for approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute until the frosting is a good consistency.
- Step 11 – Pour the frosting in a decorator’s bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe the frosting onto each of the cupcakes and top with extra sprinkles.
- Step 12 – Then the cupcakes are ready to serve and enjoy.
Recipe Tips
- Sprinkles – We recommend using Rainbow Jimmies to use in this recipe. Quality sprinkles prevents the sprinkles from melting while the cupcakes are baking.
- Combining Ingredients – Combine the ingredients with a hand mixer or electric mixer for best results. Beat the ingredients until combine and make sure to not overmix.
- Frosting Cupcakes – Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting. Allow the cupcakes to cool on a cooling rack for best results.
- Piping Frosting – For a beautiful finish on these cupcakes, we like to place in a piping bag with a star piping tip. But you can frost with a knife if you prefer.
Can I Make in Advance?
Yes, these cupcakes are perfect for any special celebration or occasion. Prepare the cupcakes as directed as well as the frosting. Once they have cooled, place covered with plastic wrap or a airtight container and place in the fridge.
The cupcakes will stay fresh for up to 1 week in the fridge and the frosting will stay good for up to 2 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions:
We recommend storing leftover cupcakes in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Yes, you can freeze cupcakes frosted or unfrosted. If freezing frosted, we recommend flash freezing the cupcakes by placing on a baking sheet and freezing for about an hour. Then store in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.
Thaw sprinkle cupcakes on the counter for about an hour when read to serve. If not frosted, frost thawed cupcakes and serve.
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Homemade Funfetti Cupcakes
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup Vegetable Oil
- 1 ½ cups Whole Milk room temperature
- ½ cup Rainbow Sprinkles
For the Frosting:
- ¾ cup Unsalted Butter room temperature
- 3 cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 Tablespoons Heavy Cream
- Rainbow Sprinkles (for decorating)
Instructions
For the Cupcakes:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and fill 2 cupcake pans with cupcake liners.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, soda and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs, add sugar and continue beating for about 30 seconds until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add oil and vanilla extract, beat until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with whole milk.
- Beat until well combined, batter will be thin.
- Use a spatula to gently mix in the rainbow sprinkles. Be careful not to over mix.
- Divide the batter into cupcake liners. Fill them approximately 2/3 of the way full.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely on wire racks.
For the Frosting:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until it's creamy, light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix the powdered sugar into the butter mixture ½ cup at a time. Make sure that the powdered sugar is completely mixed in before adding more.
- Turn the mixer speed to low and add in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Beat for approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute until the frosting is a good consistency.
- Pour the frosting in a decorator’s bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe the frosting onto each of the cupcakes and top with more rainbow sprinkles.
- Then the cupcakes are ready to serve and enjoy!
OK, so I must be doing something wrong. I have silicone pans, cupcake, and bundt, but I do not like them! I have trouble with things sticking in a major way. What is the secret to using these?