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Home » Course » Dessert » Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes

Published: Aug 10, 2018 · Modified: Jan 31, 2021 by Veronika's Kitchen * This post may contain affiliate links

Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes

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Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes topped with delicious vanilla buttercream frosting and lots of sprinkles!  

Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes topped with delicious vanilla buttercream frosting and lots of sprinkles!

Funfetti cupcakes, or how we usually call them Birthday Cake Cupcakes, are made with lots of sprinkles that are used in the batter and as decoration. Famous for its fun look, these mini cakes are becoming more popular on the internet.

How to make Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes

The base for the cupcakes is very similar to my Cupcakes with Caramel and Red Velvet Cupcakes.

I like to use buttermilk for its moist and soft texture.

The recipe for these Funfetti Cupcakes is really easy!

One important thing to note, it’s always better to use room temperature butter, eggs, and buttermilk. I like to keep them on a kitchen counter for about an hour before starting baking.

Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes topped with delicious vanilla buttercream frosting and lots of sprinkles!

Preheat your oven to 350°F, line a muffin pan with muffin paper cups and set it aside.

In a mixing bowl, mix all your dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix it and set aside.

To mix the wet ingredients, I like to use a stand mixer or a hand mixer. Though, you can always use a whisk and a spatula and get the same results.

If you are using a stand mixer, use a paddle attachment and beat butter and granulated sugar for about 5 minutes. It should be very light in color and fluffy.

Then add eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk and mix it again until it’s all well incorporated and a smooth consistency.

To mix the dry ingredients, I like to use a spatula. That way you won’t overmix the batter while keeping it airy. So, add the dry ingredients to the mixture, and using a spatula, fold it in.

Add the sprinkles to the batter and fold them in just until evenly combined.

Divide the mixture between 12 muffin cups and bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes. The edges of the cupcakes should be slightly golden in color.

When done, take them out of the oven and let them seat in the muffin tin for 5-10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool off completely.

Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes topped with delicious vanilla buttercream frosting and lots of sprinkles!

How to make Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

This is the best Vanilla Buttercream Frosting ever! It is very light and airy and creamy!

All you need is to beat butter and powdered sugar really well.

If you are using a stand mixture, use a paddle attachment.

Start on a slow speed just to incorporate the sugar with the butter. Then increase the speed to high and beat for about 5-7 minutes. It should become very light and airy.

Then add vanilla extract and heavy cream. Beat it again for about 3-5 minutes until you get the right consistency.

To decorate the cupcakes, scoop the buttercream frosting into a piping bag with 1 mm open star piping tip and pipe it over the cupcakes.

Decorate with additional sprinkles.

Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes topped with delicious vanilla buttercream frosting and lots of sprinkles!

Did you make this recipe?!? I’d love to know how it turned out! leave a comment and a rating below👇 thank you!

Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes topped with delicious vanilla buttercream frosting and lots of sprinkles!
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5 from 7 votes

Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes

Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes topped with delicious vanilla buttercream frosting and lots of sprinkles!
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time45 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Calories: 537kcal
Author: Veronika’s Kitchen

Ingredients

Ingredients for Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • ⅓ cup sprinkles

Ingredients for Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 ½ cups unslated butter room temperature
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • ¼ cup sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

How to make Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F, line a muffin pan with paper muffin cups and set aside.
  • Mix your dry ingredients (all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt) in a mixing bowl and set aside.
  • In a standing mixer, using a paddle attachment, beat together butter and granulated sugar for about 5 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  • When ready, add eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk. Mix well until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
  • Add dry ingredients, and using a spatula, fold it in.
  • Add sprinkles and fold it in until evenly distributed.
  • Divide the mixture between 12 muffin cups and bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes.

How to make Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

  • In a standing mixer, using a paddle attachment, beat together unsalted butter and powdered sugar on high speed for 5-7 minutes until light and airy.
  • Add vanilla extract and heavy cream and beat again for 3-5 minutes until the right consistency.
  • To decorate the cupcakes, scoop the buttercream frosting into a piping bag with 1 mm open star piping tip and pipe it over the cupcakes.
  • Decorate with additional sprinkles.

Video

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcake | Calories: 537kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 324mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 1055IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
Did you make this recipe?I’d love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a review below. Or snap a photo and share it on Instagram; be sure to tag me @veronikaskitchen.
Birthday Cake Funfetti Cupcakes topped with delicious vanilla buttercream frosting and lots of sprinkles!

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  1. Kristy Bernardo says

    August 27, 2018 at 9:09 am

    Funfetti cupcakes are my girl’s favorites! Yours look sooo pretty. No more picking up a box for me!

    Reply
  2. Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life says

    August 27, 2018 at 1:02 am

    I don’t care how old I get, I will ALWAYS ask for funfetti for my birthday! Maybe this year I’ll have to try making them from scratch…

    Reply
  3. Mackenzie says

    August 26, 2018 at 10:46 pm

    My oldest daughter’s birthday is coming up and she is getting so excited to bring treats to school. I hate using boxed mixes if I can avoid it, and funfetti is just so darn festive. I’m totally using this recipe!

    Reply
  4. Kathryn says

    August 26, 2018 at 11:29 am

    These are so fun! Anything with funfetti is so good for a celebration!

    Reply
  5. Marisa Franca says

    August 25, 2018 at 2:07 pm

    5 stars
    What fun cupcakes! They’re perfect for a birthday party or picnic! I love the colorful sprinkles and your frosting looks absolutely delicious!! I’m licking my lips just thinking of it. I’m searching for my decorating tips!!

    Reply
  6. prasanna hede says

    August 25, 2018 at 1:47 pm

    Such pretty cupcakes! I am feeling like eating all of them.Beautiful.

    Reply
  7. Tammy says

    August 24, 2018 at 12:19 pm

    These funfetti cupcakes are so pretty!! I love that you sprinkled the frosting too…looks irresistible!

    Reply
  8. Elaine says

    August 24, 2018 at 12:17 pm

    5 stars
    It is a fantastic alternative to a Birthday cake. You don’t have to cut it, it is easier to hold in a hand and is great for getting-away types of Birthdays. Great job!

    Reply
  9. shobelyn says

    August 23, 2018 at 11:27 am

    Boy, what a very good looking cupcake. Somebody’s going to freak out receiving this for their bday. I will make some of this soon.

    Reply
  10. Nicolas Hortense says

    August 23, 2018 at 7:52 am

    Awesome recipe Veronica! I love the photos, and you definitely inspired me by using buttermilk. I will have to try that next time. And that buttercream just looks fabulous. I tell ya what, I would be stoked if these were made for my birthday. Keep up the awesome work you’re doing (:

    Reply
  11. Dominique | Perchance to Cook says

    August 22, 2018 at 8:12 pm

    This recipe came to me at the perfect time! My brother loves funfetti cupcakes and his birthday is next week! I can’t wait to make these for him. 🙂

    Reply
  12. Veena Azmanov says

    August 22, 2018 at 5:37 pm

    5 stars
    These cupcakes are so pretty. I love how simple they are to make. Your video was very helpful too. Saving for later.

    Reply
  13. Jyothi (Jo) says

    August 22, 2018 at 12:50 pm

    5 stars
    These are cutest cupcakes ever! My kids love all things funfetti cakes, cupcakes and cookies. We end up making this a lot and i’m blown away with your photos. Gorgeous!

    Reply
  14. Dawn says

    August 22, 2018 at 10:50 am

    5 stars
    These certainly are fun! And not just for birthdays….maybe a random Wednesday 😉 ? Extra sprinkles for me please!

    Reply
  15. Anne says

    August 21, 2018 at 5:01 pm

    5 stars
    These cupcakes are beautiful. I will keep these in mind for our next birthday celebration!

    Reply
  16. Jessie says

    August 21, 2018 at 2:20 pm

    5 stars
    These will be perfect for my daughters up coming birthday! They look so great!

    Reply

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