Pink Funfetti Cupcakes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cupcake Batter
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 eggs
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1 tablespoon pink food coloring
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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¼ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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½ cup milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup rainbow sprinkles
→ Frosting
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
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2 tablespoons pink food coloring
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2 ½ cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Rainbow sprinkles for garnish
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place paper liners in your cupcake tray.
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Using a large bowl, blend the butter and sugar together until it looks fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs one by one, making sure each is mixed in well. Then stir in the vanilla.
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In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and a little salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir until smooth.
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Gently fold in the pink food coloring and the sprinkles till evenly mixed.
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Evenly spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
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Pop the tray in the oven for 18-20 minutes. It's ready when a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Let them cool in the pan for five minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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In a bowl, beat the softened butter till it's creamy and smooth.
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Slowly mix in powdered sugar, adding about ½ cup at a time, until the frosting is nice and fluffy.
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Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating the frosting till silky.
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Mix in the pink food coloring till you get the desired shade.
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When the cupcakes are completely cool, spread or pipe the pink frosting on top.
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Scatter some rainbow sprinkles on top for extra pizzazz.
# Notes:
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Store these cupcakes in a sealed container at room temperature for up to three days.
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For the best results, make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting.