Rainbow Fantasy Cupcakes
Dive into a world of whimsy and delight with these Rainbow Fantasy Cupcakes! Each bite unleashes a colorful explosion of flavor and fun, with vibrant layers of delicious cake complemented beautifully by an exquisite frosting you can create later. Perfect for birthday parties, celebrations, or just a sweet treat to brighten up your day, these cupcakes are sure to bring smiles and spark creativity. Get ready to serve up a slice of joy with a stunning presentation that will leave everyone in awe!
20
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
White Cake Mix
1 box (Choose a non-generic brand.)
Buttermilk
1 1/4 cups (Use in place of water on the cake mix box.)
Eggs
4 large (Crack and beat lightly.)
White Chocolate Pudding (dry powder)
4-4 ounces (Ensure it is in dry powder form.)
Almond Extract
1 1/2 teaspoons (Measure out using a teaspoon.)
Vegetable Oil
1/2 cup (Measure out and set aside.)
Americolor Gel Paste
Various (refer to steps) (Used for coloring the batter.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line your cupcake pans with cupcake liners.
2
In a stand mixer fitted with the flat beater attachment, combine the white cake mix, buttermilk, eggs, dry white chocolate pudding, almond extract, and vegetable oil.
3
Mix on medium speed until well combined and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
4
Divide the batter evenly into three separate bowls. In each bowl, create vibrant colors by adding Americolor Gel Paste: mix two drops in one bowl for Sky Blue, three to four drops in another for Electric Pink, and three to four drops (or more for brightness) in the last for Electric Yellow.
5
Once your batter is beautifully colored, take disposable piping bags and fill each with one color of the batter. Cut a small hole at the end of each piping bag.
6
To assemble, begin by piping a layer of electric yellow batter into the bottom of each cupcake liner, filling it about one-third full.
7
Following this, pipe the electric pink batter on top of the yellow, then the sky blue batter on top of the pink. Feel free to create swirls with the remaining batter to add extra flair.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Rainbow Fantasy Cupcakes?
Rainbow Fantasy Cupcakes are whimsical treats featuring vibrant layers of colorful cake, perfect for parties and celebrations.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
You should preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
How many cupcakes does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 20 cupcakes.
What type of cake mix is recommended?
The recipe suggests using one box of a non-generic brand white cake mix.
Can I use water instead of buttermilk?
No, the recipe specifically calls for 1 1/4 cups of buttermilk to be used in place of the water listed on the cake mix box.
How many eggs are required?
You will need 4 large eggs, which should be cracked and beaten lightly.
What dry pudding mix is used in the batter?
The recipe uses 4 ounces of dry white chocolate pudding powder.
What flavoring extract is added to the cupcakes?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of almond extract.
How much vegetable oil is needed?
You should use 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
What brand of food coloring is recommended?
Americolor Gel Paste is recommended for coloring the batter.
What are the specific colors used in these cupcakes?
The colors used are Sky Blue, Electric Pink, and Electric Yellow.
How should I divide the batter for coloring?
Divide the batter evenly into three separate bowls before adding the gel paste.
How many drops of Sky Blue gel paste should I use?
Use two drops of Sky Blue gel paste in one of the bowls.
How many drops of Electric Pink gel paste are needed?
Use three to four drops of Electric Pink gel paste in the second bowl.
How many drops of Electric Yellow gel paste are needed?
Use three to four drops, or more for brightness, in the third bowl.
How do I assemble the layers in the cupcake liners?
Fill disposable piping bags with each color and pipe them in layers starting with yellow, then pink, then blue.
Which color batter goes into the bottom of the liner?
The electric yellow batter is piped into the bottom of each liner first.
How full should I fill the first layer of batter?
The yellow layer should fill the cupcake liner about one-third full.
What color is piped on top of the yellow batter?
The electric pink batter is piped directly on top of the yellow layer.
What is the final color layer added?
The sky blue batter is the final layer piped on top of the pink.
Can I create patterns with the batter?
Yes, you can create swirls with the remaining batter to add extra flair to the presentation.
How long do the cupcakes need to bake?
Bake the cupcakes for 18 to 22 minutes.
How can I tell if the cupcakes are finished baking?
They are done when a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
When is it safe to frost the cupcakes?
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before you begin frosting them.
What stand mixer attachment should I use?
Use a stand mixer fitted with the flat beater attachment.
How long should I mix the main ingredients?
Mix on medium speed until smooth, which takes about 2-3 minutes.
Do I need to prepare the cupcake pans?
Yes, you should line your cupcake pans with cupcake liners before starting.
What occasions are these cupcakes best for?
They are perfect for birthday parties, celebrations, or any unicorn-themed event.
Is there nutritional information available?
Nutritional values like calories, fat, and sugar are not specified in this recipe.
What is the primary goal of the presentation?
The goal is to create a stunning, colorful presentation that brings smiles and sparks creativity.