Description
Homemade Funfetti Cake is a delightful treat filled with rainbow sprinkles and a rich buttercream frosting. It’s simple to prepare and perfect for birthdays or any celebration, delivering a burst of joy with every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (248g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (237ml) buttermilk
- 1 cup (225g) rainbow sprinkles
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups (452g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon (15 ml) vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2–5 tablespoons (30-75ml) heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup (112g) sprinkles plus more for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the buttermilk and dry ingredients to the mixture, starting and ending with the buttermilk. Mix until combined, scraping the bowl as needed. Stir in rainbow sprinkles.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
- To prepare the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar until a crumbly texture forms. Mix in vanilla and salt, then add 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Adjust the consistency with more cream if needed and stir in sprinkles.
- Frost the cooled cake and adorn with additional sprinkles, preferably using an offset spatula. Store the cake loosely covered for up to 2 days.
- This recipe can also be used to make 24 cupcakes or two 9-inch rounds.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
For a more vibrant frosting, add an extra splash of colorful sprinkles.
This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
