Description
A delightful Funfetti Layer Cake that combines playful sprinkles with elegant layers, creating a beautiful and nostalgic dessert for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup rainbow sprinkles (for batter)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or more for consistency)
- Additional rainbow sprinkles (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer, beat the room temperature butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Blend in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, alternating between wet and dry until just combined. Gently fold in sprinkles.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat the room temperature butter until creamy. Gradually incorporate sifted powdered sugar, mixing on low speed. Add vanilla extract and heavy cream, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting atop, then repeat with second and third layers. Use remaining frosting to coat the sides and top of the cake.
- Adorn the top of the cake with a vibrant array of sprinkles.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter. This cake can also be made ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg