Description
Rainbow Cupcakes are a delightful celebration of color and flavor, perfect for any occasion. These fluffy treats surprise with vibrant layers that promise a unique taste in every bite. Whether for a birthday party or a simple pick-me-up, these cupcakes bring joy and sweetness to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups cake flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- Food coloring gel (various colors)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with colorful cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the milk and dry ingredients, alternating between the two until just combined.
- Divide the batter into separate bowls and mix in food coloring gel to achieve desired colors.
- Layer the colored batter in the prepared muffin pan and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg