Rainbow Cupcakes

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1 white cake mix

2 eggs

1 c. sour cream

1/2 c. milk

1/3 c. vegetable oil

Food Gel in desired colors

1.  Combine all ingredients until incorporated (about 30 seconds). Scrape sides of bowl and then beat on med-high speed for 3 minutes.  Divide batter according to how many colors you are using. I used 5 colors and it was just about 1 cup per color.

2.  Use food coloring to color batter to desired intensity. Wilton brand gel colors have the brightest colors and won't thin your batter.

3.  To get a layered stripe, you'll want to put a spoonful (or a small scoop is perfect for this) of each color in the cupcake one at a time, it works out to be about 2 t. of each color.  The batter is thick, so it won't spread on it's own. A great tip is to set out a little bowl of water where you're working. Dip your finger in the water and then gently spread the batter out. The water will make it so the batter doesn't stick to your fingers.  

4.  Bake them according to the package directions, until a toothpick comes out dry. Makes around 15 cupcakes.

5.  Frost with your favorite frosting.  Enjoy!