The Fourth of July is the perfect time to throw a barbeque. Of course, when you have a Fourth of July party, you want it to be just perfect. These perfect patriotic pinwheel cupcakes are sure to make your party one everyone is talking about. Keep in mind that this idea is done with the assumption that you already have premade cupcakes. If you don't have cupcakes ready to go, you can quickly make some using a cake box then return to this post.
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💖 Why This Recipe Works
- Festive & Fun: Perfect Patriotic Pinwheel Cupcakes are the ultimate treat for celebrating any national holiday.
- Colorful & Creative: Vibrant red, white, and blue swirls make these cupcakes a visual showstopper.
- Kid-Friendly: Let little bakers help with the decorating—fun for all ages!
🥚Cupcakes Supplies
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- 6 Prepared Cupcakes (patriotic liners)
- White Frosting
- Patriotic Sprinkles
- Patriotic Papers
- 6 Paper Fasteners
- 6 Sucker Sticks
- Hot Glue Gun
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🌈 Substitutions and Variations
- Pinwheel Material: Use colored cardstock or felt instead of scrapbook paper for a different texture.
- Decoration Alternative: Top with mini American flags, star-shaped sprinkles, or colored sugar crystals for a festive touch.
- Frosting Flavors: Try cream cheese, lemon, or strawberry frosting to complement the vanilla base.
🔪 How To Make Patriotic Pinwheel Cupcakes
- Step 1: Cut six 2 ½ inch by 2 ½ inch paper squares.
- Step 2: Place a pencil mark in the middle of one square and cut diagonally from each corner towards the mark leaving a small section uncut.
- Step 3: Fold in the right-hand corner of each triangle and hot glue each section on the end. Once all 4 corners are glued, push a paper fastener through the middle and close the back. Glue on a sucker stick and let dry.
- Step 4: Frost each cupcake and sprinkle with the patriotic sprinkles.
- Step 5: Once you have decorated all cupcakes with frosting, now its time add pinwheels.
- Step 6: Place a pinwheel in each cupcake. Serve and Enjoy!!
Your pinwheel cupcakes are ready. Enjoy and celebrate!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- The great thing about this recipe is that it's just like brownies but blond.
- Add in the Halloween colors and it's a fun treat.
- Make sure to spray the pan so it doesn't stick, and the rest is easy-peasy to do.
💭 FAQs
Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If you need to store them longer, refrigeration is recommended, but allow them to come to room temperature before serving for the best taste and texture.
Absolutely! If you prefer homemade cupcakes, feel free to bake your favorite recipe. Just ensure they are completely cooled before decorating to prevent melting the candy coating.
To prevent overheating, handle the hot glue gun with care and ensure the glue doesn't come into contact with the paper or frosting. Allow the glue to cool slightly before applying to prevent warping the paper.
Yes, you can use scrapbook paper or any decorative paper of your choice. Just ensure it's sturdy enough to hold the pinwheel shape and safe for food contact.
💖 Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite treats to serve with patriotic pinwheel cupcakes:
- Red, white, and blue fruit salad: A refreshing mix of strawberries, blueberries, and bananas to complement the festive theme.
- Mini cheeseburgers: Savory sliders that are easy to eat and perfect for a patriotic celebration.
- Sparkling lemonade: A fizzy, refreshing beverage to keep everyone cool during the festivities.
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Perfect Patriotic Pinwheel Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cut six 2 ½ inch by 2 ½ inch paper squares.
- Place a pencil mark in the middle of one square and cut diagonally from each corner towards the mark leaving a small section uncut.
- Fold in the right-hand corner of each triangle and hot glue each section on the end.
- Once all 4 corners are glued, push a paper fastener through the middle and close the back.
- Glue on a sucker stick and let dry.
- Frost each cupcake and sprinkle with the patriotic sprinkles.
- Place a pinwheel in each cupcake. Serve and Enjoy!!
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