Description
Celebrate any occasion with this vibrant Funfetti Cake Recipe, a colorful delight that brings joy to your table. With its soft texture and rich buttercream frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just because you deserve a treat! Dotted with rainbow jimmies, it not only looks festive but also offers a moist and flavorful experience. Easy to make from scratch, this recipe ensures that your cake will impress guests of all ages. Whether you serve it as classic slices or transform it into fun cupcakes or mini cakes, this Funfetti Cake is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 3¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2⅓ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1⅓ cups buttermilk (room temperature)
- 7 large egg whites (room temperature)
- ⅔ cup rainbow jimmies
- 1 pound unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 pounds powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ½ teaspoon salt (for frosting)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 3 to 4 tablespoons heavy cream (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two greased and parchment-lined 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and buttermilk; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the egg whites while mixing on low speed.
- Slowly blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the rainbow jimmies.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- For frosting, beat unsalted butter with powdered sugar and salt; add vanilla extract and heavy cream to reach desired consistency.
- Frost cooled cakes generously with buttercream and finish with additional sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 39g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better emulsion. Experiment with different extracts like almond or lemon for unique flavors. For dairy-free options, substitute buttermilk with almond milk mixed with vinegar.