Strawberry Funfetti Cupcakes
Strawberry Funfetti Cupcakes are bright, cheerful, and perfect for celebrations. These cupcakes combine the sweet flavor of strawberry extract, vibrant Hot Pink Food Coloring, and colorful rainbow jimmies baked inside the batter. To finish them off, the cupcakes are topped with fluffy strawberry buttercream and decorated with Strawberry Fields Sprinkle Mix.
The result is a fun dessert that looks just as exciting on the inside as it does on the outside. When you bite into the cupcake, the rainbow sprinkles create a colorful surprise, making these cupcakes perfect for birthdays, parties, or festive dessert tables.
Ingredients
Strawberry Funfetti Cupcakes
• 120g unsalted butter, softened
• 150g sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp Strawberry Flavoring Extract
• Hot Pink Food Coloring
• 180g all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 120ml milk
• ½ cup Rainbow Jimmies Sprinkles
Strawberry Buttercream
• 250g unsalted butter, softened
• 400g powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk or cream
• 1 tsp Strawberry Flavoring Extract
• Hot Pink Food Coloring
Decoration
• Strawberry Field Sprinkle Mix
How to Make Strawberry Funfetti Cupcakes
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
Preheat your oven to 170-175°C and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix in the strawberry flavoring extract and small amount of hot pink food coloring to create a soft pink batter.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the batter while alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
Step 3: Add the Rainbow Jimmies
Gently fold in the Rainbow Jimmies Sprinkles.
Use jimmies rather than nonpareils because they hold their color better during baking and won’t bleed into the batter.
Step 4: Bake the Cupcakes
Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full.
Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Step 5: Make the Strawberry Buttercream
Beat the softened butter until smooth.
Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing.
Add milk, strawberry flavoring extract, and hot pink food coloring, then beat until the frosting becomes light and fluffy.
Step 6: Decorate the Cupcakes
Fill a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe swirls of strawberry buttercream on each cupcake.
Finish by sprinkling Strawberry Field Sprinkle Mix on top for a colorful and festive finish.
Tips for the Best Funfetti Cupcakes
• Use Rainbow Jimmies instead of nonpareils to prevent color bleeding.
• Fold sprinkles into the batter gently to keep them intact.
• Avoid overmixing the batter after adding the sprinkles.
• Bake cupcakes immediately after mixing so the sprinkles don’t sink.
FAQ
1. What is the difference between Funfetti and sprinkle cupcakes?
Funfetti cupcakes contain sprinkles mixes directly into the batter, creating colorful dots throughout the cake.
2. Why use jimmies instead of nonpareils?
Jimmies sprinkles hold their shape during baking and don’t bleed color into the batter like nonpareils can.
3. Can I use fresh strawberries instead of strawberry flavoring?
Fresh strawberries can add moisture and may change the cupcake texture. Strawberry flavoring gives a stronger flavor and keeps
4. Can I make these cupcakes ahead of time?
Yes. You can bake the cupcakes 1-2 days ahead and store them in an airtight container. Frost them before serving for the best appearance.
5. How do I keep sprinkles from sinking in cupcake batter?
Use thick cupcake batter and fold the sprinkles in gently right before baking.
