Description
This Homemade Funfetti Cake stands out with its delightful flavor and vibrant sprinkles, making it a go-to for parties and celebrations. Simple to prepare and sure to impress!
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 oven to 350°F and grease and flour 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 on medium speed until smooth. Add eggs one by one, mixing well, and then incorporate vanilla extract.
- Alternately add buttermilk and dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on medium-high speed until just combined. Scrape the bowl as needed. Stir in rainbow sprinkles.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-40 minutes. Check with a toothpick; it should come out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
- To prepare the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until crumbly. Blend in vanilla extract and salt, then add 2 tablespoons of heavy cream until smooth, adjusting the consistency with more cream if necessary. Finally, stir in sprinkles.
- Frost the cooled cake using an offset spatula and top with extra sprinkles. This cake can be stored loosely covered for up to 2 days.
- This recipe can also yield 24 cupcakes, two 9-inch rounds, or three 8-inch rounds.
Notes
Ensure the buttermilk is at room temperature for best results.
For a thicker frosting, reduce the heavy cream to 2 tablespoons.
Store leftover cake in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg