Description
Rainbow Cupcakes are a delightful treat that brings joy and color to any occasion. With vibrant swirls of pastel hues nestled in soft, fluffy vanilla cake, each bite offers a sweet surprise. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just a cheerful pick-me-up, these cupcakes are as fun to make as they are to eat. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe that promises smiles all around!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk (or plant-based milk)
- Gel food coloring (various colors)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with colorful liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until smooth.
- Divide the batter into bowls and add gel food coloring to each for your desired hues.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with colored batter layers.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg