Description

Indulge in the whimsical delight of Rainbow Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting! These vibrant treats are perfect for any celebration, featuring fluffy cupcakes layered with bold colors and topped with creamy vanilla frosting. With each bite, experience a nostalgic sweetness that will transport you back to childhood. Easy to make and visually stunning, these cupcakes are sure to impress your guests and bring joy to any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
Food coloring (red, yellow, blue, green, purple)
4 cups powdered sugar
0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 tbsp heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy; gradually add sugar and mix until light. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract and milk; mix until smooth.
Slowly combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined—avoid overmixing.
Divide the batter into separate bowls and color each portion with food coloring.
Spoon colored batters into cupcake liners in layers or swirls.
Bake for about 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
For the frosting, beat together powdered sugar and butter until fluffy; add heavy cream and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
Frost cooled cupcakes generously with vanilla frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (65g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Don’t overfill cupcake liners; fill them about two-thirds full for optimal rising. Experiment with different extracts or add sprinkles for extra fun!