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4th of July Cupcakes

4th of July Cupcakes

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Celebrate Independence Day with these fun and festive red, white, and blue cupcakes. Perfect for parties and family gatherings!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Red food coloring
  • Blue food coloring
  • 1 cup whipped cream or frosting
  • Patriotic sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add butter, eggs, vanilla, and milk, then beat until smooth.
  4. Divide batter into three bowls. Leave one plain, dye one red, and dye one blue.
  5. Spoon batter into liners in layers (red, white, blue).
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool completely.
  7. Top with whipped cream or frosting and patriotic sprinkles.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors.
  • Let cupcakes cool before frosting.
  • Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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