Spring is in the air, and that means it’s time for Easter baking! These cute and colorful Easter vanilla cupcakes are light, fluffy, and topped with the prettiest pastel frosting. They’re the perfect treat for Easter brunch, spring parties, or a fun baking day with the kids.
Decorate them with sprinkles, candy eggs, or shredded coconut to make them extra festive!
Whether you’re hosting a big Easter gathering or just want a sweet homemade treat, these easy vanilla cupcakes will be a hit.
Let’s get baking!
Easter Cupcakes Details
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe
For the cupcakes:
- ¼ cup (55g) softened butter
- ¼ cup (55g) sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (55g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp milk
For the icing:
- ⅓ cup softened butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 drop food gel coloring
- ¼ cup sprinkles
- 1 tsp milk (optional)
Step-by-Step Guide
1- Preheat the oven to 356°F (180°C), and line a muffin tin with cupcake cases.
2- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3- Add an egg and vanilla extract, then gradually incorporate the flour and baking powder. Finally, mix in the milk.
4- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about halfway.
5- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
6- For the icing, beat the softened butter until creamy and fluffy. Slowly add powdered sugar, and if needed, incorporate a splash of milk to achieve the desired consistency.
7- Divide the icing into three bowls and add a drop of food coloring to each bowl. Transfer each colored icing into a piping bag with a star nozzle.
8- Once the cupcakes are cooled, pipe the colored icing onto each cupcake in a swirl pattern.
9- Finish by sprinkling with your favorite sprinkles.
Pro Tips for Success
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Room Temperature Ingredients Matter – For the fluffiest cupcakes and smoothest frosting, make sure your butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature before mixing. This helps everything blend evenly for a perfect texture.
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No Piping Bag? No Problem! – If you don’t have a piping bag, simply use a zip-top bag and snip off a small corner. You can also spread the frosting with a spoon or spatula for a more rustic homemade look.
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Make Them Your Own – Want to switch things up? Add a hint of lemon zest for a bright spring flavor or swap the sprinkles for mini chocolate eggs to make them extra festive!
These cute and colorful Easter vanilla cupcakes are as fun to make as they are to eat!
Light, fluffy, and topped with pretty pastel frosting, they’re perfect for Easter parties, brunch, or a sweet spring treat.
Grab your sprinkles and get baking—these little beauties won’t last long!
