Description
Colorful layers dance in this whimsical confetti layer cake, celebrating joy with each delightful slice. Sweet memories unfold through playful sprinkles and creamy frosting, inviting you to savor pure happiness in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Cake Base:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whole milk
- 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) vanilla extract
Decorative Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
- 2 cups buttercream frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare oven at 350°F and thoroughly coat two 9-inch cake pans with non-stick spray or butter.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and airy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, blending thoroughly after each addition, then mix in pure vanilla extract.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into butter mixture, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined and smooth.
- Gently fold colorful sprinkles into batter, distributing evenly to prevent clumping.
- Divide batter equally between prepared cake pans, smoothing surfaces with a spatula for even baking.
- Bake in preheated oven for 27-32 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted in center.
- Remove cakes and allow to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack for complete cooling.
- Prepare buttercream frosting and apply generously between layers and across cake exterior.
- Decorate top and sides with additional sprinkles, creating a festive and colorful presentation.
Notes
- Toast sprinkles slightly in a dry pan before adding to batter to enhance their color and prevent bleeding into the cake.
- Use clear vanilla extract to maintain the cake’s bright white appearance and prevent discoloration.
- Freeze cake layers for 30 minutes before frosting to reduce crumbs and create a smoother decorating surface.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to maintain the cake’s tender texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg