Redwhite and blue sprinkles (jimmies, non-pariels or stars)
Instructions
Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions for cupcakes. Line muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a small bowl, combine 1-1/3 cups batter and the blue food coloring. In another bowl, combine 1-1/3 cups batter and the red food coloring. Leave remaining batter plain.
Fill paper-lined muffin cups with evenly with the red batter, then evenly with the plain batter and finally evenly with the blue batter. Bake at 350° for 20-24 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare buttercream frosting and frost cooled cupcakes. Decorate with sprinkles.