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Fun Fireworks Cupcakes Kids Can Decorate

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These fun fireworks cupcakes are quick and easy to make, perfect for kids to decorate with colorful frosting and sprinkles, creating a festive and interactive treat for parties or weekend fun.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free option)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3–4 cups (360-480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tbsp milk or cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Food coloring gels in red, blue, yellow, and green
  • Edible glitter or shimmer dust
  • Star-shaped sprinkles
  • Mini marshmallows (optional)
  • Colored sugar crystals
  • Thin licorice strings or colored candy sticks

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners or lightly grease the cups.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  5. Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  8. For frosting, beat softened butter on medium speed for 2 minutes. Gradually add powdered sugar alternating with milk until fluffy and spreadable. Mix in vanilla extract.
  9. Divide frosting into several bowls and tint each with different food coloring gels.
  10. Fit piping bags with star tips and fill each with a different color frosting. Alternatively, use zip-top bags with a snipped corner.
  11. Let kids decorate cupcakes by piping starbursts or spirals, then add star sprinkles, edible glitter, and candy sparks to mimic fireworks.

Notes

Use gluten-free flour blend and dairy-free milk to make gluten-free or vegan cupcakes. Sift powdered sugar for smooth frosting. Cool cupcakes completely before frosting to prevent melting. Use gentle pressure when piping frosting. Cupcakes can be baked ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.

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