Real Kool Cupcakes

Bring a burst of color and flavor to your dessert table with these vibrant and tangy Real Kool Cupcakes! This fun and creative recipe pairs a classic homemade vanilla cupcake base with the playful twist of Kool-Aid drink mix, infusing both the batter and frosting with a bold, fruity kick. Soft, moist, and irresistibly fluffy, these cupcakes are topped with a creamy Kool-Aid frosting that takes customization to the next level—simply choose your favorite Kool-Aid flavor to suit any party theme or personal preference. Ready in under 40 minutes and yielding a dozen perfectly-sized treats, these cupcakes are as easy to make as they are delightful to eat. Perfect for kids’ parties, summer gatherings, or just a sweet afternoon indulgence, Real Kool Cupcakes are sure to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 items Large eggs
• 0.75 cups Milk
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoons Kool-Aid drink mix (your favorite flavor, unsweetened)
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoons Kool-Aid drink mix (matching flavor, unsweetened)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.

Step 3

Add the softened butter to the dry mixture and mix using a stand mixer or hand mixer on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse sand.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and Kool-Aid drink mix until the Kool-Aid is fully dissolved.

Step 5

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture while mixing on medium speed. Continue to mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 17-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the frosting, beat the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and Kool-Aid drink mix together in a mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy. Add a little more cream if the frosting is too thick.

Step 10

Once the cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread the Kool-Aid frosting on top of each cupcake.

Step 11

Optionally, adorn the cupcakes with sprinkles or fresh fruit that matches your chosen Kool-Aid flavor.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your vibrant Real Kool Cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	977.3 grams (977.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3235

Total Fat 111.70g	143%
Saturated Fat 66.30g	332%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 647mg	216%
Sodium 1498mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 535.10g	195%
Dietary Fiber 4.90g	18%
Total Sugars 386.00g
Protein 37.70g	75%

Vitamin D 219IU	1095%
Calcium 337mg	26%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 654mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.5%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 64.9%