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    Home » Recipes » Desserts (Baked) » Homemade Funfetti Cake recipe

    PUBLISHED: August 29, 2021 • By Toni Dash 20 Comments

    Homemade Funfetti Cake recipe

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    Funfetti Cake feels like a party is happening! Any day turns into a celebration when this easy homemade cake loaded with colorful sprinkles is served.

    funfetti cake title

    Funfetti cake is a classic birthday cake but it doesn’t have to come from a funfetti cake mix! That’s right, you can make it yourself from scratch.

    The secret? Sprinkles make the wonderful colored bits inside.

    Our recipe is baked like a Texas sheet cake so there is plenty for everyone to enjoy! It’s sure to be a good time whenever this delicious cake is served.

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    • Homemade Funfetti Cake
    • Recipe Ingredients + Notes
    • Variations
    • How to make Funfetti Cake – Step-by-Step
    • How to Store it
    • More recipes you’ll love!
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    funfetti cake bite on fork

    Homemade Funfetti Cake

    There is no other cake that can bring a smile to anyone’s face more than Funfetti Cake.

    In the event you’ve never had it, it’s a vanilla cake full of colorful little spots thanks to sprinkles that bake into the cake. It’s made with simple ingredients available from any grocery store.

    Our version couldn’t be easier made as a Texas sheet cake. Instead of round cake pans, this style of cake is a single layer cake baked in a rimmed baking sheet. The servings are only about an inch or so in depth but it makes plenty to feed a crowd.

    Homemade vanilla buttercream frosts the top which is covered with plenty of sprinkles too!

    This sprinkle cake is always a huge hit! I’ve been told more than once that this homemade version is the best funfetti cake!

    funfetti cake slice from side

    Recipe Ingredients + Notes

    Granulated sugar. Sweetens the cake.

    All Purpose Flour. Regular or gluten-free measure-for-measure can be used. We recommend Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free 1-to-1 baking flour for the gluten-free version. Cake flour is not needed for this confetti cake.

    Baking Soda. This helps the cake rise.

    Salt. We recommend using Kosher salt which is a less salty flavored salt.

    Unsalted butter. Some will be used melted for the cake and you’ll need room temperature butter for the frosting.

    Vanilla yogurt. Plain yogurt with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract stirred in can also be subsituted.

    Eggs. Three large eggs.

    Sprinkles. To make the cake a true funfetti the best sprinkles to use are rainbow jimmies. They hold their color and work best.

    Nonpareils tend to bleed during the baking process. More will be used on the finished cake and any type work (rainbow sprinkles are very festive).

    funfetti cake ingredients labelled

    Powdered sugar. Also called confectioners’ sugar, will be used to make the buttercream frosting.

    Vanilla extract. Used to give the frosting wonderful flavor.

    Heavy whipping cream. This is used in the frosting.

    vanilla buttercream frosting ingredients

    Variations

    Frosting thickness. This recipe will provide enough for a thin layer of buttercream frosting. If a thick, fluffy layer is desired double the frosting recipe.

    Swap milk for the heavy cream. The heavy whipping cream is used for a rich flavor although regular milk can also be swapped in instead.

    Make chocolate frosting instead. Funfetti cake is traditionally made with a vanilla frosting, chocolate lovers can turn this into chocolate cake (well, chocolate frosting really)! Add 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the frosting during the first step.

    Make it in a 9-inch by 13-inch pan instead. If you do not have a rimmed cookie sheet or prefer a baking pan, make this in a 9-inch by 13-inch pan instead.

    The cooking time will need to be extended; check the cake at the 20 minute mark and continue cooking for 5-10 minutes at a time until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

    funfetti cake slice with fork

    How to make Funfetti Cake – Step-by-Step

    STEP 1. Preparation

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

    Spray a 12-inch by 17-inch rimmed baking sheet (cookie sheet) with 1 1/2-2 inch sides with nonstick spray (photo 7). Spray the bottom and sides of the pan.

    funfetti cake recipe steps 1-4

    STEP 2. Make the funfetti cake batter

    In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: sugar, flour, salt, and baking soda (photo 1).

    Add the wet ingredients: melted butter and water, mixing until combined (photos 2-3).

    Stir in the yogurt (photo 4).

    Add the eggs, one at a time and mixing between each addition (photo 5).

    Gently fold in the sprinkles (photo 6).

    funfetti cake recipe steps 5-8

    STEP 3. Bake the cake

    Pour the batter into the prepared pan (photo 8) and bake for 20 minutes bake time, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.

    Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting (photo 9).

    funfetti cake recipe steps 9-12

    STEP 4. Make the vanilla buttercream frosting

    In a large bowl, using an electric mixer or in the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, mix the butter and powdered sugar together on high speed until fully combined and creamy (photos 10-11).

    Add the vanilla, salt and 6 tablespoons of heavy cream. Beat until well combined with a fluffy texture (photos 12-13).

    NOTE: If the frosting is too thick to easily spread, then add the remaining 2 tablespoons of heavy cream.

    funfetti cake recipe steps 13-16

    STEP 5. Frost the cake

    Using a scoop or a spoon, drop large mounds of icing over the top of the cake (the entire cake –photo 14).

    Use a spatula (regular or offset spatula )or knife to spread the frosting to the edges (photo 15). Top with the sprinkles topping (photo 16).

    How to Store it

    Store covered tightly with plastic wrap or in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days.

    funfetti cake process slices

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    Recipe

    Funfetti Cake

    Homemade Funfetti Cake always feels like a party. It's easy and so festive. This recipe is made as a Texas sheet cake with plenty for feeding a crowd.
    5 from 22 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Cooling Time (estimate): 30 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
    Servings: 35 servings
    Calories: 217kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    Cake

    • 2 cups granulated sugar
    • 2 cups all-purpose flour regular or gluten-free measure-for-measure flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter melted
    • 1 cup water
    • ½ cup vanilla yogurt Plain yogurt can be used, just add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the batter in addition to the plain yogurt
    • 3 large eggs
    • ½ cup sprinkles jimmies work best

    Frosting

    • ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick – softened
    • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 6-8 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
    • 1/8 teaspoon salt

    Topping

    • ¼ cup sprinkles for decorating any kind of sprinkles will work

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
    • Spray a 12-inch by 17-inch (1 ½ – 2 inch high sides) baking/cookie sheet with a non-stick spray. Make sure to spray both the bottom and sides of the pan.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, salt, and baking soda.
    • Add in the melted butter and water, mixing until combined.
    • Mix in the yogurt until combined.
    • Add in the eggs, one at a time and mixing between each addition. Gently fold in the sprinkles.
    • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
    • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.

    Prepare the frosting

    • In a large bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, mix the butter and powdered sugar together until fully combined and creamy.
    • Add in the vanilla, 6 tablespoons of heavy cream and salt: mix until well combined.
      NOTE: If the frosting is too thick to easily spread, then add the remaining 2 tablespoons of heavy cream.
    • Using a scoop or a spoon, drop large mounds of icing all over the cake.
      Use a spatula or knife to spread the frosting to the edges.
    • Top with the sprinkles topping.
    • Store covered at room temperature for 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days (tightly covered or in an airtight container).

    Notes

    Variations
    Funfetti cake is traditionally made with a vanilla frosting, but the frosting can be made chocolate too. Add 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the frosting during the first step.
    The cake can also be made in a 9-inch by 13-inch baking pan instead of a baking/cookie sheet. The cooking time will need to be extended, check the cake at the 20 minute mark and continue cooking for 5-10 minutes at a time until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
    Frosting amount
    This will provide enough frosting for a thin layer of frosting. If a thick fluffy layer is desired, then double this frosting recipe.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 312IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutrition Coach and the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer and creator of Boulder Locavore®. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her seasonal recipes bring excitement to the dining table for both gluten-free and gluten diners. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Kyleigh says

      August 30, 2021 at 9:36 am

      5 stars
      This was so easy to make! I love the frosting!

      Reply
    2. Emily Flint says

      August 30, 2021 at 9:25 am

      5 stars
      Everything is better with sprinkles and everything is better homemade. Thanks for the perfect recipe for my son’s birthday cake, it was a hit!

      Reply
    3. Anna says

      August 30, 2021 at 9:06 am

      5 stars
      This is such a showstopper, perfect bake for all the celebrations!

      Reply
    4. Pam says

      August 30, 2021 at 8:52 am

      5 stars
      The kids were so excited about this cake, and actually the adults loved it as well!

      Reply
    5. Lindsay says

      August 30, 2021 at 8:44 am

      5 stars
      We love funfetti and this is a great recipe to do it ourselves!

      Reply
    6. Jacque Hastert says

      August 30, 2021 at 8:43 am

      5 stars
      Sprinkles make everything better and you can’t get much better than this cake recipe! I can’t wait to make it again with my family it sure made our weekend a bit more fun and my girls loved making the homemade ice cream. Totally a hit here in Kansas!

      Reply
    7. Gina says

      August 30, 2021 at 8:37 am

      5 stars
      Love this homemade version! So much better quality ingredients than store bought cake mixes and just as delicious!

      Reply
    8. Jeri says

      August 30, 2021 at 8:23 am

      5 stars
      I love sheet pan desserts, and this one was a huge hit! The kids loved the sprinkles on top!

      Reply
    9. Deanna says

      August 30, 2021 at 7:54 am

      5 stars
      Such a fun, easy recipe. The kids love all the colourful sprinkles.

      Reply
    10. Maren says

      August 30, 2021 at 7:46 am

      5 stars
      I made this for my toddler and she loved it!

      Reply
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