These Rainbow Cupcakes are bright, fun, and absolutely delicious. Made with a quick and easy cake mix, they’re perfect for parties, holidays, or when you want to add a splash of colour to your day. A favourite with kids and grown-ups alike, especially when topped with cream and extra sprinkles.
- Serves: 6 People
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking: 18–20 minutes
- Difficulties: supereasy
Ingredients
For Cooking
- 220 g Shop-bought rainbow cake mix
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 120 ml Water
- 1 Egg
- Rainbow sprinkles (extra, optional)
- Whipped cream or ready-made frosting (optional)
For Dressing
Nutritional Information
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Calories
210 kcal (per cupcake approx.) -
Fat
9 g -
Carbohydrates
30 g -
Protein
4 g
Procedure
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5 minutesMark As Complete
Prepare the Batter
Add the cake mix to a bowl. Pour in the oil, crack in the egg, and add the water. Mix well until smooth and combined.
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3 minutesMark As Complete
Fill the Cupcake Tray
Spoon the batter evenly into cupcake cases or a greased cupcake tin. Sprinkle extra rainbow sprinkles on top if desired.
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18–20 minutesMark As Complete
Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 18–20 minutes, depending on your oven. Check with a toothpick to ensure they are cooked through.
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10 minutesMark As Complete
Cool
Remove from the oven and allow the cupcakes to cool completely before decorating.
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5 minutesMark As Complete
Decorate
Top with whipped cream or ready-made frosting and finish with extra rainbow sprinkles if you like.


