Birthday Cupcakes
These Birthday Cupcakes are a celebration in every bite! Fluffy, fun, and customizable, they’re perfect for any festive occasion.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (186g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted, 113g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (or combine 3/4 cup milk + 1 teaspoon white vinegar)
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles (132g)
Instructions
How to Prepare Birthday Cupcakes
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Beat them together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste.
- Gradually mix in the buttermilk until the batter is smooth.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
- Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Muffin Tin
- Cupcake liners
- Cooling Rack
- Piping bags or spatula
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Do not open the oven door too early; this can cause your cupcakes to collapse.
- Leftover cupcakes can be frozen for up to 3 months; wrap them well.