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Perfect Funfetti Celebration Cake

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A simple, cheerful, and undeniably delicious funfetti cake with a moist crumb and silky buttercream frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (120g) rainbow sprinkles (sturdy jimmies or nonpareils)
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30-45ml) heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using a mixer, beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Reduce mixer speed to low. Add flour mixture in three parts, alternating with milk, starting and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.
  6. Gently fold in sprinkles with a rubber spatula to avoid color bleed.
  7. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to cooling racks to cool completely.
  10. For frosting, beat softened butter on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes.
  11. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar on low speed to avoid clouds of sugar.
  12. Add heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on high for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy. Adjust cream for desired consistency.
  13. Assemble cake by placing one layer on a serving plate. Spread a thick, even layer of frosting on top.
  14. Add second layer and frost top and sides. Decorate edges with leftover sprinkles.
  15. If frosting is too soft, chill for 10 minutes before frosting. If too stiff, add more cream.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Fold sprinkles gently to avoid color bleed. Sift powdered sugar to avoid lumps in frosting. Refrigerate cake layers before frosting if kitchen is warm. Use sturdy sprinkles like Wilton brand. Frosting consistency can be adjusted with cream. Cake can be made ahead and stored in fridge or freezer.

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