Funfetti Cake
A delightful dessert featuring a vanilla cake base loaded with colorful sprinkles, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup sprinkles Use high-quality nonpareil sprinkles for best results.
For Frosting
- to taste Vanilla buttercream frosting For topping the cake.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and sugar. Cream together with a mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the sprinkles, taking care not to overmix.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- Once cooled, frost the cake with vanilla buttercream and serve with additional sprinkles or fresh fruit if desired.
Notes
Store any leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, wrap slices and freeze for up to 3 months.