Indulge in the Whimsy of Fruity Pebbles Cupcakes 🌈🧁
Experience a burst of color and flavor with these delightful Fruity Pebbles Cupcakes, where fluffy vanilla cake meets creamy frosting and a playful garnish of colorful cereal. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any occasion where a touch of fun is needed!
Crafting the Cupcakes
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, creating a base of decadent sweetness.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, and then stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the batter with its aromatic essence.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk, and mixing until just combined. This will ensure a tender and moist cupcake texture.
Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the luscious batter, distributing it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean, signaling their perfect readiness.
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before moving on to the frosting stage.
Whipping Up the Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy, creating a velvety base for your frosting masterpiece.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the whole milk, until the frosting reaches the desired consistency. This step ensures that your frosting is smooth, creamy, and perfectly spreadable.
Stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the frosting with its classic flavor, adding a delightful finishing touch.
Applying the Finishing Touches
Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, pipe or spread the luscious frosting onto each cupcake, generously coating the tops with creamy goodness.
Garnish each cupcake with a sprinkle of colorful Fruity Pebbles cereal, adding a playful and eye-catching accent that enhances both the flavor and visual appeal of your cupcakes.
Serve and Enjoy!
Recipe for Fruity Pebbles Cupcakes:
Ingredients:
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fruity Pebbles cereal, for garnish
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Cream together butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk until desired consistency is reached. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with Fruity Pebbles cereal.
- Serve and enjoy the whimsical delight of Fruity Pebbles Cupcakes!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Calories: 280 kcal | Servings: 12 cupcakes
Embrace the joy of Fruity Pebbles Cupcakes and let their vibrant colors and playful flavors brighten any occasion!