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Celebrate in Style with This Delicious Cupcake Birthday Cake Recipe

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A fun and easy cupcake birthday cake recipe perfect for any celebration. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are topped with creamy buttercream frosting and colorful sprinkles, making them ideal for birthday parties and special occasions.

Ingredients

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 For The Batter

  • ¾ cup (180 ml) neutral oil (canola or grapeseed)  
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar  
  • ¾ tsp  almond extract  
  • 1 ½ tsp  vanilla extract  
  • 3 large egg whites  
  • 6 tbsp (90 g) sour cream  
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp (135 g) all-purpose flour  
  • 1 ½ tsp  baking powder  
  • pinch of salt  
  • 6 tbsp  sprinkles  

For The Buttercream Frosting

  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened  
  • 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar  
  • 5 tbsp (75 ml) heavy cream 
  • 1 ½ tsp  vanilla extract  
  • 3 tbsp sprinkles, plus extra for decorating  

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners or lightly grease it.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, sugar, almond extract, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add the egg whites and sour cream, whisking until smooth.
  3. Prepare dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Add sprinkles: Gently fold in the sprinkles to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
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  6. Fill the cupcake liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about ¾ full.
  7. Bake the cupcakes: Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with heavy cream, and continue mixing until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  9. Decorate the cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are fully cooled, frost them using a piping bag or a spatula. Top with extra sprinkles for decoration.
    Birthday Cake cupcake frosting
  10. Serve and enjoy: Arrange the cupcakes on a serving platter and enjoy your delicious cupcake birthday cake!

Notes

  • Pan Preparation: Line the cupcake pan with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
  • Sprinkle Distribution: Gently fold sprinkles into the batter at the end to prevent color bleeding and maintain a vibrant look.
  • Frosting Consistency: If the frosting is too soft, chill it for 10–15 minutes before piping to achieve a perfect texture.

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