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Flavorful Firework Funfetti Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

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These funfetti cupcakes are moist, colorful, and topped with a rich, tangy cream cheese frosting, perfect for celebrations and quick treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box funfetti cake mix (preferably Duncan Hines)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened (Philadelphia brand recommended)
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt
  • Extra rainbow sprinkles for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine funfetti cake mix, eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium for about 2 minutes until smooth and thick but pourable.
  3. Spoon the batter evenly into the liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Use an ice cream scoop for uniform portions.
  4. Bake for 18–22 minutes. Check at 18 minutes by inserting a toothpick; if it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, cupcakes are done.
  5. Cool cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  6. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until creamy and smooth (2-3 minutes). Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  7. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Adjust consistency by adding a teaspoon of milk if too thick or more powdered sugar if too thin.
  8. Frost cupcakes using a piping bag with a star tip or a knife. Sprinkle extra funfetti on top for decoration.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and dairy for fluffier cake. Melt butter warm but not hot to avoid scrambling eggs. Do not overmix batter. Cool cupcakes completely before frosting to prevent melting. Store cupcakes in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days; freeze unfrosted cupcakes up to 2 months.

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Keywords: funfetti cupcakes, cream cheese frosting, easy cupcakes, celebration dessert, colorful cupcakes, party treats

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