Description
Delight in the vibrant colors and soft, moist texture of this classic Funfetti Cake. Loaded with rainbow jimmies sprinkles and flavored with real vanilla extract, this cake is topped with a fluffy vanilla buttercream and even more sprinkles for a festive touch. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a sweet, cheerful treat!
Ingredients
For the Funfetti Cake:
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 tbsp vanilla extract
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup full-fat sour cream, room temperature
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
3/4 cup rainbow jimmies sprinkles
For the Buttercream:
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
5 cups powdered sugar
1 tbsp vanilla extract
2–3 tbsp milk
1/2 cup sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add oil and mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Mix in sour cream. Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Fold in sprinkles.
- Divide batter among prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
- For the buttercream, beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, beating until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cakes with buttercream and decorate with additional sprinkles.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Do not overmix the batter to prevent a dense cake.
For an extra touch, you can add edible glitter or fresh fruit as garnish.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: 600 kcal per serving
