How to make funfetti cake at home?

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Baking a funfetti cake at home is a delightful way to bring sprinkles and smiles to any occasion! Here are two options to consider, depending on your desired level of effort:

From scratch:

  1. Classic Vanilla Cake:

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
    • Dry ingredients: Whisk together 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
    • Wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 3 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
    • Combine and fold: Alternately add the dry ingredients and 1 cup milk to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles.
    • Bake and frost: Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting with your favorite buttercream or whipped cream. Decorate with additional sprinkles if desired.

  2. Quick and Easy Boxed Cake Mix:

    • Choose a white or vanilla cake mix and prepare it according to package instructions. Typically, you'll mix the cake mix with eggs, oil, and water.
    • Add some fun: Before adding batter to the pan, fold in 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles. You can also add a teaspoon of lemon or almond extract for an extra flavor boost.
    • Bake and frost: Bake the cake in a greased and floured 9x13 inch pan as directed on the box. Cool completely before frosting with your favorite store-bought or homemade frosting. Decorate with additional sprinkles and enjoy!

Tips for success:

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for optimal mixing and cake texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter! A few lumps are okay and will result in a lighter cake.
  • To prevent sinking sprinkles, gently fold them into the batter in batches.
  • For a moist cake, consider adding a cup of sour cream or buttermilk to the batter.
  • Get creative! You can use different types of sprinkles, add edible flowers, or swirl in flavored extracts for a personalized touch.

No matter which method you choose, baking a funfetti cake is sure to bring smiles and sprinkles to your day! Happy baking!

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