Red, White, and Blue Celebration Cupcakes
These vibrant and festive cupcakes are perfect for any patriotic celebration or when you simply want to delight in some colorful treats. Each cupcake boasts beautiful layers of red, white, and blue, ensuring a delightful surprise with every bite. Simple to prepare, this dessert allows for customization with your favorite white cake and frosting recipes. Whether it's Independence Day, Memorial Day, or just a colorful day out, these cupcakes are sure to impress!
18
Servings
200
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
white cake mix
18 1/4 ounces (as package directs)
water
1 cup (as package directs)
oil
1/3 cup (as package directs)
eggs
3 (as package directs)
blue food coloring
1/2 teaspoon (to be mixed with batter)
red food coloring
1/2 teaspoon (to be mixed with batter)
vanilla frosting
16 ounces (ready to use)
red, white, and blue candy sprinkles
as needed (for decorating)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tins with paper liners.
2
Prepare the white cake mix following the package instructions, combining it with water, oil, and eggs in a large mixing bowl.
3
Divide the batter into three separate bowls. Add the blue food coloring to one bowl and the red food coloring to another, leaving the third bowl with plain batter.
4
Using scant tablespoons, layer each muffin cup with 2 tablespoons of red batter, then 2 tablespoons of plain batter, and finally 2 tablespoons of blue batter. Do not mix the layers to preserve the vivid color separation.
5
Place in the oven and bake for 20 to 24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
6
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7
Once cooled, generously frost each cupcake with vanilla frosting and top with red, white, and blue candy sprinkles to decorate.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
26g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Red, White, and Blue Celebration Cupcakes?
These are vibrant, patriotic cupcakes featuring layers of red, white, and blue batter, perfect for festive celebrations.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 18 servings.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What type of cake mix is required?
The recipe calls for one 18 1/4 ounce package of white cake mix.
How many eggs are needed?
You will need 3 eggs, prepared according to the package directions.
How much water is added to the batter?
The recipe requires 1 cup of water.
How much oil is used in the mix?
You should use 1/3 cup of oil.
How do I create the different colored layers?
Divide the prepared batter into three bowls, adding red food coloring to one and blue to another while leaving the third plain.
How much blue food coloring is necessary?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of blue food coloring to color the blue layer.
How much red food coloring is necessary?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of red food coloring to color the red layer.
What is the order of layering in the muffin cups?
Layer 2 tablespoons of red batter first, then 2 tablespoons of plain batter, and finally 2 tablespoons of blue batter.
Should I mix the colored layers once they are in the cups?
No, do not mix the layers so that you can preserve the vivid color separation.
How long do the cupcakes need to bake?
Bake the cupcakes for 20 to 24 minutes.
How can I tell if the cupcakes are done?
They are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cupcakes cool in the pan?
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Where should I move the cupcakes for final cooling?
Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
What kind of frosting is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using 16 ounces of vanilla frosting.
What decorations are suggested for the top?
Decorate the frosted cupcakes with red, white, and blue candy sprinkles.
How many calories are in one cupcake?
Each cupcake contains 200 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 10 grams of fat in each cupcake.
How many carbohydrates are in a single serving?
There are 26 grams of carbohydrates per cupcake.
How much protein is provided per serving?
Each cupcake provides 2 grams of protein.
Is this recipe suitable for the 4th of July?
Yes, it is specifically tagged for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, and other patriotic events.
How many total ingredients are involved?
There are 8 total ingredients listed for this recipe.
What preparation is needed for the muffin tins?
Line the muffin tins with paper liners before adding the batter.
Can I use my own cake recipe instead of a mix?
Yes, the description notes that you can customize the recipe with your favorite white cake base.
Is the frosting ready-to-use?
The ingredient list suggests 16 ounces of ready-to-use vanilla frosting.
What is the size of the cake mix package?
The recipe specifies an 18 1/4 ounce package.
What are some of the tags for this recipe?
Tags include patriotic, cupcakes, dessert, celebration, and red white and blue.
Does the recipe include fiber information?
No, the fiber content for this recipe is not specified.