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Sprinkle Cupcakes

Colorful and delicious Sprinkle Cupcakes perfect for any occasion, bringing joy and sweetness to your celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup sprinkles Use colorful sprinkles.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter Softened to room temperature.
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the sprinkles.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  2. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, beat together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add milk and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
  3. Frost the cooled cupcakes and top with additional sprinkles if desired.

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. Use different types of sprinkles for variety. Don’t overmix batter to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.