Description
Rainbow Cupcakes are a whimsical treat that brings joy to any occasion. Bursting with vibrant colors and topped with luscious buttercream frosting, these delightful cupcakes are perfect for birthday parties, baby showers, or simply to brighten your day. Each bite reveals fluffy cake layered with sweetness, making them an irresistible indulgence for both kids and adults. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, they’re sure to be a hit at your next celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (various colors)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with colorful liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Divide the batter into separate bowls and mix in different gel food colors.
- Spoon layers of colored batter into each cupcake liner until two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting with buttercream icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg