Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin pan by lining it with festive cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined.
- Add pink food coloring to the batter and gently fold until evenly distributed.
- Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Whip together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy and smooth, adding more pink coloring if desired.
- Using a piping bag, frost the cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with colorful sprinkles.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, ensure ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing the batter for fluffy cupcakes.
