Get ready to transform your ordinary baking day into a spectacular celebration with these irresistible Funfetti Cupcakes! Imagine biting into a cloud-like, colorful cupcake topped with decadent chocolate cream cheese frosting that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Whether you're hosting a birthday party, looking to brighten up a dull afternoon, or simply craving something sweet and fun, these cupcakes are your ultimate culinary magic trick that promises to bring smiles, sprinkles, and pure deliciousness to any occasion!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon sprinkles
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of sugar, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1/2 cup of milk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in 1 tablespoon of sprinkles until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the chocolate cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat 8 oz of cream cheese and 1/2 cup of unsalted butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder and 2 cups of powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined. Once combined, increase the speed to medium and beat until fluffy.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, use a piping bag or a knife to frost each cupcake generously with the chocolate cream cheese frosting.
- Top each frosted cupcake with additional sprinkles for a festive touch.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious Funfetti Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting!
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your batter just until ingredients are combined to keep cupcakes tender and light.
- Sprinkle Strategy: Fold sprinkles gently to prevent color bleeding and maintain those vibrant, festive specks.
- Frosting Technique: For professional-looking cupcakes, use a piping bag with a star tip for elegant, swirled frosting.
- Cool Completely: Let cupcakes cool entirely before frosting to prevent melting and ensure a perfect finish.
- Storage Tip: Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 85mg
