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Red, White & Blue Cupcakes

Red, White & Blue Cupcakes That Spark Summer Joy

These Red, White & Blue Cupcakes are a festive treat perfect for summer celebrations, bringing joy with their vibrant colors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 box White or Vanilla Cake Mix Follow package instructions for other needed ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Gel Food Coloring A little goes a long way to achieve vibrant red.
  • 1 teaspoon Blue Gel Food Coloring Use for the lively blue layer.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for a rich and creamy texture.
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Mix gradually to avoid mess.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Add for flavoring; consider almond extract for fun.
  • 2 tablespoon Milk Adjust for desired spreadability.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Red, White, and Blue Sprinkles Adds a festive touch.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk or mixer
  • Spatula
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Cupcake Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Prepare the cake batter according to the cake mix instructions.
  3. Divide the batter into three bowls, coloring one red, one blue, and keeping one plain.
  4. Layer blue batter first, then white, and red for each cupcake.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Prepare frosting by beating softened butter, adding powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes and add sprinkles on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 110mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store unfrosted cupcakes at room temperature for up to 3 days or frosted ones in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months wrapped tightly.

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