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Fluffy Firework Funfetti Cupcakes

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These fluffy firework funfetti cupcakes are light, moist, and bursting with colorful sprinkles, topped with sparkler toppers for a festive celebration treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk
  • ½ cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies style recommended)
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3 to 4 cups (360-480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk or cream (for frosting)
  • Extra sprinkles for decoration
  • Miniature sparklers (for toppers)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together dry ingredients: sift or whisk 1 ½ cups flour, 1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar: beat ½ cup softened butter with 1 cup granulated sugar until fluffy and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk: with mixer on low, add dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with ¾ cup whole milk, starting and ending with dry. Mix just until combined.
  6. Fold in sprinkles gently with a rubber spatula, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Fill cupcake liners about ⅔ full with batter, making about 12 cupcakes.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Make the frosting: beat 1 cup softened butter until creamy, gradually add 3 to 4 cups powdered sugar alternating with 2 to 3 tablespoons milk until smooth and spreadable, then stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  11. Frost cooled cupcakes using an offset spatula or piping bag and sprinkle extra rainbow sprinkles on top.
  12. Just before serving, insert a miniature sparkler into each cupcake and light carefully.

Notes

Use jimmies sprinkles to prevent color bleeding. Do not overmix batter after adding flour to keep cupcakes light. Ensure baking powder is fresh for proper rise. For dairy-free, substitute coconut oil for butter and almond or oat milk for whole milk. Light sparklers only under adult supervision and on a fire-safe surface.

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