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Easy Homemade Sprinkle Cake Recipe

Name: Easy Homemade Sprinkle Cake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: All-purpose flour; Granulated sugar; Baking powder; Salt; Unsalted butter; Eggs; Vanilla extract; Milk; Rainbow sprinkles; For frosting: Butter; Powdered sugar; Vanilla extract; Milk; Additional sprinkles for topping

Published: May 15, 2024 by maria · Leave a Comment

Who doesn't love a sprinkle cake? Bright, fun, and irresistibly festive, a sprinkle-infused cake turns any gathering into a celebration. Whether you’re baking for a birthday, a special occasion, or just because, this easy homemade sprinkle cake recipe is perfect for bringing joy to your table. It's simple enough for beginners but delightful enough to impress all your guests.

Ingredients:

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup rainbow sprinkles, plus extra for topping
For the Frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-4 tablespoons milk
Food coloring (optional)

Preparation Steps:

Prepare the Cake Batter:
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined. Gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients, beating until just incorporated. The key is to avoid over-mixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.
Add Sprinkles:
Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles with a spatula, being careful not to over-mix as this can cause the colors to bleed into the batter.
Bake the Cake:
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Make the Frosting:
While the cakes cool, prepare the frosting. Beat softened butter on high speed until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, alternating with tablespoons of milk as needed to reach a smooth, spreadable consistency. Mix in the vanilla extract. If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to tint the frosting.
Assemble and Decorate:
Once the cakes are completely cool, level them with a knife if they have domed on top. Place one layer on your cake stand or plate. Spread a layer of frosting on the first layer, then top with the second cake layer. Frost the outside of the cake with a thin crumb coat first, then apply a thicker final coat. Sprinkle the top and sides with additional rainbow sprinkles to make it festive.

Conclusion:

This easy homemade sprinkle cake is as delightful to look at as it is to eat. It’s a versatile recipe that invites creativity—feel free to use different colors of sprinkles to match the theme of your event or adjust the frosting flavors as you see fit. Every slice is packed with joyful colors that are guaranteed to light up any occasion. Enjoy the smiles and the sweetness as you serve up this wonderful cake!

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