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Funfetti Cake Recipe

Funfetti Cake Recipe
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This Funfetti Cake is a vibrant and delicious celebration dessert featuring a moist, tender crumb dotted with rainbow sprinkles, layered and frosted with creamy vanilla buttercream. Perfect for birthdays and special occasions, this classic funfetti cake combines a rich buttery base with colorful jimmies both inside and on top, making every slice festive and joyful.

Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 1 cup (220g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (110ml) vegetable or canola oil
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 3 1/4 cups (435g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (125g) full-fat sour cream, room temperature
  • 1 cup (225ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (140g) rainbow jimmies sprinkles

Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 1/2 cups (330g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 5 cups (600g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 cup (90g) sprinkles for decorating

Instructions

  1. Prepare pans and preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line the bottoms of three 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper. If using 8-inch pans, leave out about 1 cup of batter to avoid overfilling. Using cake strips around pans is recommended for even baking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: Using a hand or stand mixer with a whisk attachment, beat the butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add oil: With the mixer running on low, slowly pour in the vegetable or canola oil. Scrape down the bowl and mix again to incorporate.
  5. Incorporate eggs and vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time mixing well after each. Follow by adding the vanilla extract. Scrape down the bowl every two eggs to ensure even mixing.
  6. Add sour cream: Mix the sour cream into the batter until just combined.
  7. Alternate dry ingredients and buttermilk: Add the dry ingredients and buttermilk alternately to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients (dry, wet, dry, wet, dry). Mix until smooth but do not overmix.
  8. Fold in sprinkles: Remove the bowl from the mixer and fold in the rainbow jimmies sprinkles gently with a rubber spatula to distribute evenly without melting the sprinkles.
  9. Divide and bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans, filling each a little over halfway. Smooth the tops. Bake 30-35 minutes for 9-inch pans or 35-40 minutes for 8-inch pans until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool cakes: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 30 minutes. Run a knife around edges, invert onto cooling racks, and peel off parchment paper. Chill cakes in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before assembling if frosting the same day, or wrap and refrigerate overnight if making ahead.
  11. Make buttercream: Beat butter with a mixer until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing on low speed. Add vanilla extract and 2-3 tablespoons of milk as needed to reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  12. Assemble cake: If necessary, level the chilled cakes. Spread a thin layer of buttercream between each cake layer. Apply a thin crumb coat around the entire cake to trap crumbs and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  13. Final frosting and decoration: Frost the cake with the remaining buttercream evenly. Decorate with the extra sprinkles on top. Serve and enjoy this celebratory Funfetti Cake!

Notes

  • Room temperature ingredients help the batter blend smoothly and create a tender crumb.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to avoid a dense cake.
  • If using 8-inch pans, reduce batter or the cakes may sink in the center.
  • Chilling the cake layers before assembly helps the frosting go on smoothly and prevents crumbs.
  • Use good quality sprinkles that hold their shape when baked for best visual effect.
  • Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.

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Keywords: funfetti cake, rainbow sprinkle cake, vanilla cake, birthday cake, celebration cake, buttercream frosting

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