Red, white, and blue cupcakes are the perfect festive treat for your next celebration!
If you’re looking for fun red white and blue recipes to make your party pop, these cupcakes are an absolute must-try.
They’re not only delicious but also super eye-catching!
Topped with a sweet, fluffy frosting and maybe even a sprinkle of patriotic decorations, this cupcake recipe is sure to wow your guests.
Whether you’re celebrating the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or just want to bring a little extra flair to your get-together, these cupcakes will steal the show and satisfy your sweet tooth!
Prep your muffin tins with blue cupcake liners or something festive and patriotic to make these red velvet cupcakes stand out for your celebration!
Cream butter and sugar in a stand mixer, then mix in the dry ingredients, including a touch of cocoa powder for that classic red velvet flavor.
In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry until smooth.
Fill cupcake liners ⅔ full and bake at 350°F for 18-20 minutes.
Once cooled, top with rich, creamy cream cheese frosting and finish with festive red, white, and blue sprinkles!
Decorating Ideas:
- Use a piping bag with red, white, and blue frosting for a swirled effect.
- Top with red, white, and blue sprinkles for a simple, festive touch.
- Use star-shaped sprinkles or edible glitter to make them shine.
- Add small American flags or DIY cupcake toppers for a patriotic finish.
- Try layering red, white, and blue batter for a fun surprise inside! Just divide the batter, color one portion blue, and layer it before baking.
- Make USA flag cupcakes by arranging your cupcakes in rows to resemble the American flag, placing a section of blue-frosted cupcakes in the top left corner and decorating the remaining cupcakes with red and white stripes.
Don’t stop here—check out these delicious desserts too!
- Make your grad’s big day even sweeter! From cupcakes to no-bake treats, these graduation dessert ideas are a must—find the perfect one for your celebration!
- Keep the oven off and the fun on! These easy no-bake 4th of July treats are packed with patriotic flair—see how to make them today!
- Let the little ones in on the fun with these easy and festive 4th of July Recipes for Kids!
Red White and Blue Cupcakes
Red White and Blue Cupcakes are the ultimate festive treat! Perfect for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or any patriotic celebration. Try this easy recipe!
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cup oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 1/2 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 3 1/2 cup powered sugar
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
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In a separate bowl, mix together oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla
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If you are making your own buttermilk, mix together 1 tbsp to 1 cup buttermilk.
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Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well until combined.
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Fill cupcake liners ⅔ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes
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Meanwhile, in a large bowl mix together cream cheese, butter, and vanilla
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Slowly mix in powdered sugar until ingredients are combined and frosting is formed.
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Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting
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Add the frosting to your piping bag with an icing tip, and frost the cupcakes.
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Finish with patriotic red, white, and blue star sprinkles. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Store frosted cupcakes in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring them to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.
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Monday 2nd of July 2018
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Judy
Friday 29th of June 2018
Hi, how many cupcakes does this recipe make?
momma lew
Friday 29th of June 2018
Hi! It makes 24.
Lyndsey R.
Sunday 17th of June 2018
Looks like a fun patriotic recipe.
Judy Thomas
Sunday 17th of June 2018
These look so delicious! So pretty too, I can't wait to make them.
Kelly Freeman
Saturday 16th of June 2018
The recipe looks simple. I will let my oldest daughter give it a try!