Description
When it comes to birthdays, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a show-stopping Funfetti Cake! Packed with fluffy, colorful layers and topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting, this cake is the ultimate festive dessert. It’s perfect for any special occasion—whether you’re hosting a birthday party or just craving a cheerful treat.
Ingredients
2 and 2/3 cups cake flour (330 grams)
1 tablespoon (13 grams) baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (2 grams) baking soda
3/4 teaspoon (3 grams) salt
1 cup (8 ounces) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 and 1/2 cups (298 grams) granulated sugar
6 large egg whites (201 grams), room temperature, beaten until very frothy
3/4 cup (170 grams) milk
3/4 cup (170 grams) sour cream
1/4 cup (oil, canola or vegetable)
1 tablespoon (15 grams) vanilla extract
1/2 cup (85 grams) rainbow sprinkles, plus more for decorating the sides of the cake
3 cups (706 grams) cream cheese, VERY soft
3/4 cup (170 grams) unsalted butter, VERY soft
4 cups (454 grams) confectioners’ sugar, sifted
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons milk (more if needed)
Nonpareil sprinkles, for decorating, optional (do not use these in the cake!)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease the bottom and sides of two 9-inch round cake pans, then line them with parchment paper rounds. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer (or using a handheld electric mixer), beat the softened butter on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Gradually add the granulated sugar and beat on high for another 2 minutes.
- Reduce the mixer speed to low and slowly add in the egg whites, one at a time. Be sure to beat well after each addition, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl frequently.
- In a separate bowl, combine the milk, sour cream, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the liquid mixture (beginning and ending with the flour). Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles by hand to keep them evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops for even baking. (Each pan should have approximately 765 grams of batter.)
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Afterward, invert the cakes onto cooling racks and let them cool completely.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer or using an electric handheld mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and butter on medium-high speed until completely smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Reduce the speed to low and gradually add in the sifted confectioners’ sugar, followed by the salt and milk. Beat until well combined.
- Increase the speed to high and beat for 1–2 minutes until the frosting is light, fluffy, and fully incorporated.
- Place 1/2 cup of frosting into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. This will be used for decorating the top of the cake.
- Using a long serrated knife, carefully slice each cake in half horizontally to create 4 even layers.
- Place one cake layer on a cake stand or large plate. Spread 2/3 cup of the frosting over the top, covering it completely. Repeat this process with the remaining layers of cake and frosting.
- Once you’ve finished stacking the layers, spread the remaining frosting over the top and sides of the cake, smoothing it out.
- Use the frosting in the piping bag to pipe stars or decorative swirls on top of the cake. Press additional rainbow sprinkles around the sides of the cake.
- Allow the cake to set for 20 minutes before slicing to ensure the frosting holds its shape.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy the birthday celebration!
Notes
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- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 50 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
