These delightful vanilla cupcakes are light, fluffy, and topped with colorful buttercream swirls and sprinkles, making them perfect for any occasion! With a simple recipe and vibrant decorations, they’re a hit with both kids and adults.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:

For the cupcakes:
- ¼ cup (55g) softened butter
- ¼ cup (55g) sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (55g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp milk
For the icing:
- ⅓ cup softened butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 drop food gel coloring
- ¼ cup sprinkles
- 1 tsp milk (optional)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a muffin tin with cupcake cases.

- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

- Add an egg and vanilla extract.

- Gradually incorporate the flour and baking powder. Finally, mix in the milk.


- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about halfway.

- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.

- For the icing, beat the softened butter until creamy and fluffy. Slowly add powdered sugar, and if needed, incorporate a splash of milk to achieve the desired consistency.

- Divide the icing into three bowls and add a drop of food coloring to each bowl. Transfer each colored icing into a piping bag with a star nozzle.

- Once the cupcakes are cooled, pipe the colored icing onto each cupcake in a swirl pattern. Finish by sprinkling with your favorite sprinkles.


