What do you get when you mix funfetti magic, buttery swirls, a sweet drizzle, and cookies on top? You get Confetti Cookie Drip Cupcakes—the dessert that looks like a celebration and tastes even better! Whether you’re baking for a birthday bash, a baby shower, or just a Tuesday pick-me-up, these colorful cuties are guaranteed to steal the spotlight. 🌈🍪
🍰 Why You’ll Love Them
- Super soft vanilla cupcake base (with a cheat code: boxed mix magic!)
- Piped pink buttercream that’s smooth, creamy, and oh-so-luxe
- White chocolate “drip” glaze for that fancy bakery look
- Topped with golden cookies and sprinkles for pure joy
This is the kind of treat that makes people say, “Wait, YOU made these?!”
🧁 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Cupcake Base
- ½ box vanilla or funfetti cake mix
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup milk or water
- 2 tbsp rainbow sprinkles
For the Buttercream Frosting
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- A drop of pink food coloring (optional, but recommended!)
For the Vanilla Drip Glaze
- ¾ cup white chocolate chips or candy melts
- 2–3 tbsp heavy cream (adjust to your desired drip level)
For the Toppings
- Golden sandwich cookies (Golden Oreos are perfect!)
- Extra rainbow sprinkles 🎊
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Magic
1. Bake the Cupcakes
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your muffin tin with cupcake liners (bonus points for colorful ones!).
In a bowl, mix cake mix, egg, oil, and milk until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles — we’re not here for plain vanilla.
Fill each liner about ¾ full and bake for 15–18 minutes. You’ll know they’re done when a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool completely (we know it’s hard to wait!).
2. Whip Up the Dreamy Buttercream
Using a hand or stand mixer, beat your softened butter for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy. Slowly add powdered sugar, then mix in the cream and vanilla until silky smooth.
Want that bakery pink flair? Add a drop or two of pink food coloring and mix until evenly tinted.
Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a star tip — this is where the magic happens.
3. Pipe Like a Pro
Once the cupcakes are cool, pipe tall, dramatic swirls of frosting on top. Think ice-cream-cone-tall—don’t be shy.
4. Add the White Chocolate Drip
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt your white chocolate chips and cream in 10-second bursts, stirring in between, until silky. Let it cool a little (too hot and it’ll melt the frosting), then gently spoon or drizzle over your buttercream swirls for a stunning drip effect. ✨
5. Decorate Like It’s a Party
Top each frosted cupcake with a golden sandwich cookie. Sprinkle generously with rainbow confetti. Stand back and admire your masterpiece. 😍
💡 Pro Tips
- Want a shortcut? Use store-bought frosting and just tint it pink for a similar look.
- Too hot to bake? Make a batch and freeze them—just frost and decorate later!
- No piping bag? A Ziploc bag with the corner snipped works in a pinch.
📸 Picture-Perfect & Party-Ready
These cupcakes don’t just taste amazing—they look like something out of a dessert dream. Snap a pic before they disappear (because they will disappear fast).
✨ Final Bite
Confetti Cookie Drip Cupcakes are everything a dessert should be: fun, flavorful, and completely over-the-top in the best way. They’re guaranteed to make your next celebration unforgettable—or turn an ordinary day into something worth celebrating.
Now go make some sprinkle-covered magic. 🎂💖