Description
A magical treat that brings whimsy and delight to any occasion, these unicorn cupcakes feature a soft vanilla base swirled with pastel colors and topped with creamy, colorful buttercream frosting. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or whenever you want to add a little enchantment to your day.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Gel food coloring in pastel pink, blue, purple, yellow
- Buttercream frosting (about 2 cups)
- Edible glitter, sprinkles, and fondant decorations (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
- Divide batter into 4 bowls, tint each with different food coloring.
- Spoon colored batters into liners, swirling gently to create a marble effect.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire rack.
- Frost cooled cupcakes with tinted buttercream. Decorate with glitter, sprinkles, and fondant unicorn elements.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without thinning batter.
- Ensure cupcakes are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and milk accordingly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American