Unicorn Funfetti Cupcakes

Love unicorns? These cupcakes will make your day! This easy recipe for Unicorn Funfetti Cupcakes is perfect for parties and special occasions.

If you love unicorns and sprinkles, then you’ll adore these Unicorn Funfetti Cupcakes! They’re light and fluffy, perfectly moist, and covered in a flurry of rainbow sprinkles. Plus, they have an adorable unicorn topper that’s sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.

They’re not only beautiful, but they’re also delicious, and sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.

Whether you’re looking for a fun dessert to make for your next party or just want to show someone special how much you care, these cupcakes are guaranteed to brighten their day. So let’s get started on making these magical treats!

Why You Will LOVE This Funfetti Unicorn Cupcake Recipe

• Easy to make with box cake.
• Funfetti sprinkles in the cake and the frosting!
• Adorable unicorn decorations.
• Can be made with a variety of flavours.
• You can use your own favourite cake recipe.
• Perfect for any Unicorn theme party!

About the Equipment Needed to Unicorn Cupcakes

• Piping bag – You can use disposable bags or if you have a reusable pastry bag, that works too.
• Stand Mixer – An electric mixer makes it a lot easier to make fluffy, smooth frosting.
• Large star piping tip (1M), if you don’t already have piping tips on hand, I would recommend this Wilton Decorating Tip Set.
• 1 package of Wilton Unicorn Icing Decorations (Found at walmart and michaels)

Tips for the Best Box Mix Cupcakes

Box mixes are easy to use, but you should be aware of some cupcake baking basics to make the most out of them!

• Make sure NOT to over-mix the batter if you want light, fluffy cupcakes.
• Use ingredients that are at room temperature.
• Do NOT open the oven door while baking.
• Always fill your cupcake liners about 2/3 full.
• Allow your cupcakes to completely cool before frosting.

About the Ingredients for Unicorn Funfetti Cupcakes

Cake Mix – French vanilla cake mix is best, you can use yellow or white cake mix too. Strawberry cake mix or lemon cake mix are great options too.

Eggs – Make sure your eggs are room temperature when you start.

Butter – Unsalted butter is best when baking, but you can use salted butter too.

Milk – Whole milk will give you the best flavour but you can use any milk you already have on hand. Make sure it is room temperature when you start.

Sprinkles – I used rainbow jimmy sprinkles, but you can use any type of sprinkles you prefer. Pastel jimmies would be really cute.

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How to Make Unicorn Funfetti Cupcakes

Yields: 24 Cupcakes | Prep time: 15 Minutes | Cook time: 21 Minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 box of French Vanilla cake mix
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 Cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 Cup whole milk
• 1 Cup Funfetti Jimmy Sprinkles

For the Vanilla Frosting Ingredients:

• 3 Cups unsalted butter, softened
• 6 Cups powdered sugar
• 5-7 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 Cups Unicorn Funfetti Jimmy Sprinkles

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.

In a medium bowl, combine the cake mix, butter, milk, and mix until combined.

Mix in the sprinkles until just combined.

Fill the cupcake liners ¾ way full and bake in the oven for about 21 minutes.

Set aside to cool.

To make the frosting, use a stand mixer to combine the butter, powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, vanilla, and mix on medium speed until combined and smooth.

Scoop frosting into the large piping bag.

Pipe a thick ring of frosting around the top of the cupcake.

Dip the cupcake into the sprinkles to coat the ring of frosting.

Pipe a dollop of frosting onto the center of the cupcake.

Place the Unicorn Horn and Ears from the icing package into the center frosting dollop.

Enjoy!