4th of july cupcakes Recipe - Homemade American

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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a large bowl, combine cake mix, milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined, about 2 minutes.
Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cupcakes cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, until the frosting reaches a smooth consistency.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Frost the cooled cupcakes and decorate with red, white, and blue sprinkles.

For a richer flavor, use butter instead of oil in the cake mix.
Feel free to add a few drops of red and blue food coloring to the frosting for a more vibrant look.
Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.