Ingredients:
For the Funfetti Cake:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies-style, not nonpareils)
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For the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Extra sprinkles for decorating 🎉
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Instructions:
1. Preheat & Prepare the Pans 🔥
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans (or line with parchment paper).
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2. Make the Funfetti Cake Batter 🎂
1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Alternate adding flour mixture and milk, mixing until just combined.
5. Gently fold in sprinkles (avoid overmixing to prevent color bleeding).
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3. Bake the Cake 🔥
1. Divide batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
2. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
3. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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4. Make the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting 🧁
1. Beat butter until smooth (2 minutes).
2. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
3. Stir in vanilla extract, salt, and 2 tbsp milk. Beat until fluffy (2-3 minutes). Add more milk if needed for consistency.
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5. Assemble & Decorate! 🎉
1. Place one cake layer on a plate and spread with frosting.
2. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake.
3. Decorate with extra sprinkles for a fun look!
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Make-Ahead & Storage Tips:
✅ Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
✅ Freezing: Freeze unfrosted cake layers for up to 3 months. Thaw before frosting.
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Variations & Add-Ins:
🍫 Chocolate Funfetti Cake – Add ½ cup cocoa powder for a chocolate version.
🍋 Lemon Funfetti Cake – Add 1 tbsp lemon zest for a citrus twist.
🥛 Milk & Cookies Cake – Mix in ½ cup crushed Oreos with the sprinkles.
This Funfetti Cake is soft, sweet, and full of colorful fun—a must-have for celebrations! 🎂🎉🔥😋
