Best 2 Firecracker Cupcakes Recipes

Firecracker cupcakes are a festive and delicious treat that are perfect for any celebration, especially the Fourth of July. These cupcakes are made with a moist vanilla cake batter that is filled with a sweet and tangy firecracker filling, and then topped with a fluffy buttercream frosting. The result is a cupcake that is both visually appealing and incredibly tasty. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe for firecracker cupcakes is sure to impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FIRECRACKER CUPCAKES

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These no-fuss treats are so much fun to make with kids, and they put a spark in Fourth of July parties. You can tint the whipped topping red and blue to make the frosting festive, too. -Erin Glass, White Hall, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

5 pieces red pull-and-peel licorice
6 drops red food coloring
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, divided
4 drops blue food coloring
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
24 cupcakes of your choice
Assorted red and blue sprinkles, optional

Steps:

Cut each licorice twist into five pieces; pull apart one end of each to make firecracker fuses. Set aside., In a resealable plastic bag, combine 1/4 teaspoon water and red food coloring; add 1/2 cup coconut. Seal bag and shake to tint coconut. In another bag, combine 1/4 teaspoon water and blue food coloring; add remaining coconut. Seal bag and shake to tint. , Spread whipped topping over cupcakes; decorate with coconut or sprinkles as desired. Insert firecraker fuses into tops. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FIRECRACKER CUPCAKES

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This delicious, festive treat will help your fourth of July become even more special.

Provided by Katie

Categories Desserts Cakes Cupcake Recipes Holiday

Time 51m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (15.25 ounce) package white cake mix (such as Duncan Hines®)
1 cup water
3 eggs
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 (14 ounce) package sweetened flaked coconut (such as Bakers® Angel Flake®)
8 drops blue food coloring
8 drops red food coloring
1 (16 ounce) package vanilla frosting
1 (.68 oz. tube) red decorating gel
1 toothpick
24 (4 inch) pieces red licorice strings

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 12-cup muffin tins or line cups with paper liners.
Combine cake mix, water, eggs, and oil in a bowl. Stir to moisten; beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 2 minutes. Pour into prepared muffin cups.
Bake cupcakes in the preheated oven until lightly golden, 16 to 20 minutes.
Divide coconut into 3 equal portions. Place 2 portions into separate resealable plastic bags; place remaining portion on a plate. Add blue food coloring to one bag and red food coloring to the other; seal bags and shake until coconut is evenly colored. Pour colored coconut onto separate plates.
Remove paper liners from cupcakes; frost tops and sides. Press each cupcake gently into the 3 plates of coconut, completely coating all sides. Draw a star shape on top using the decorating gel. Make a hole in the center of the star with a toothpick; insert a licorice piece "fuse."

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 233.4 mg, Sugar 39 g

Tips:

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This will help ensure that the batter mixes evenly and the cupcakes bake evenly.
Use a kitchen scale to measure ingredients, especially flour and sugar. This will help ensure that the cupcakes are the correct consistency.
Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cupcakes tough.
Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can make the cupcakes dry.
Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a ziplock bag with the corner cut off to frost the cupcakes.
Be creative with your decorations! You can use sprinkles, candies, or even edible glitter to make your cupcakes look festive.

Conclusion:

Firecracker cupcakes are a fun and festive treat that are perfect for any celebration. With their moist and fluffy texture, sweet and tangy frosting, and patriotic decorations, they are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give these firecracker cupcakes a try!