These Vegan Funfetti Cupcakes are colorful, fluffy, and perfect for celebrations! With a delightful vanilla flavor and vibrant sprinkles, they’re sure to be a hit at any party.

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 cup (240ml) vegan buttermilk (made by mixing 1 cup plant-based milk with 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar)
• 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons (130g) melted vegan butter or avocado oil
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups (230g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 cup vegan sprinkles

For the Frosting:

• 1 batch of vegan vanilla buttercream or vegan cream cheese frosting

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Make Vegan Buttermilk: In a bowl, combine the plant-based milk with apple cider vinegar and let it sit for about 5 minutes to curdle.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted vegan butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Then, add the vegan buttermilk.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
6. Fold in Sprinkles: Gently fold in the vegan sprinkles until evenly distributed.
7. Fill Cupcake Liners: Fill each cupcake liner about three-quarters full with batter.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 19-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for about 5-10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Frost the Cupcakes: Once cooled, frost each cupcake generously with your choice of vegan frosting and top with additional sprinkles if desired.
11. Serve and Enjoy: Your Vegan Funfetti Cupcakes are ready to be enjoyed!

Tips

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
• Customization: Feel free to experiment with different types of sprinkles or add flavor extracts like almond for a twist.
• Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend that contains xanthan gum for best results.

These Vegan Funfetti Cupcakes are not only fun and festive but also deliciously moist and fluffy! Perfect for birthdays or any celebration! Enjoy your baking!