Vanilla Cake Sprinkles
Vanilla Cake Sprinkles is a delightful dessert that combines the classic flavor of vanilla with the fun and colorful addition of sprinkles. This moist and fluffy cake is perfect for celebrations, offering a festive touch with every bite. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser, it's a go-to treat for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer (optional, for faster mixing)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk or spatula
- 9-inch round cake pans (or another shape)
- Parchment paper (optional, for lining the cake pans)
- Cooling rack (for cooling the cake layers)
- Offset spatula or butter knife (for spreading the frosting)
- Cake decorating tools (if desired, for decorating with sprinkles)
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk or milk with 1 tbsp vinegar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles or your preferred color
For the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer or a whisk to beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Alternate adding the dry flour mixture and the buttermilk (or milk with vinegar) to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
Add Sprinkles:
- Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour Batter Into Pans:
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
Bake the Cake:
- Bake in the preheated oven 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 before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting:
- While the cakes are cooling, make the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Adjust the consistency by adding more cream if needed.
Frost the Cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting over the top. Add the second layer of cake, and frost the top and sides of the entire cake. Decorate with more rainbow sprinkles.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and enjoy the delightful vanilla cake with colorful sprinkles!