Smooth vanilla cake batter is baked until oh-so soft and fluffy, and topped with a heavenly whipped buttercream in these easy Birthday Cupcakes!
Prep Time 15 minutesmins
Cook Time 16 minutesmins
Total Time 31 minutesmins
Servings 12cupcakes
Equipment
Cupcake Pan
Ingredients
Cupcakes
1 1/2cupsall purpose flour
1 1/2teaspoonsbaking powder
1/4teaspoonsalt
4tablespoonsunsalted buttersoftened
1/4cupvegetable oil
3/4cupgranulated sugar
2large eggsroom temperature prefered
1teaspoonvanilla extractalmond extract can also be used
1/2cupmilk
1/3cuprainbow sprinklesavoid using nonpareils sprinkles
Frosting
1cupbutter softened (can be salted or unsalted)
1teaspoonvanilla extract
3cupspowdered sugar
food coloring - optional
milk - optionalfor a thinner consistency, add a teaspoon or two of milk
Instructions
Cupcakes
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Line a 12 count cupcake pan with paper liners, then set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the butter, oil, and sugar until smooth.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mix until combined.
Add the dry mixture, alternating with the milk until completely combined.
Fold in the rainbow sprinkles, stirring just enough to combine, do not overmix.
Fill each cupcake liner about 2⁄3 of the way.
Bake for 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick can be inserted and come out clean.
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely while making the buttercream.
Frosting
Beat the softened butter and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar until completely combined.
If a thinner consistency is desired, add a teaspoon of milk, then mix well. Add another teaspoon of milk if needed, and repeat until desired consistency is reached.
If desired, add a drop of food coloring at a time until the desired color is reached.
Transfer the buttercream to a piping bag and pipe onto the cooled cupcakes.
Notes
Storage – Store the leftover cupcakes covered at room temperature for 2-3 days or in the fridge for 3-4 days.