Festive Funfetti Cake
This delightful Festive Funfetti Cake is a go-to for celebrating any joyous occasion, especially children's birthdays! While the original recipe offered by Betty Crocker is a fantastic starting point, I opted to make a few tweaks to suit my taste. Using Duncan Hines' Butter Golden cake mix and frosting adds a rich buttery flavor that complements the vibrant rainbow sprinkles beautifully. This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a visual feast, bursting with color and cheer. Perfect for parties, this cake will surely bring smiles to everyone. Get ready to impress your guests with this eye-catching dessert that's as delicious as it is festive!
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Servings
200
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Duncan Hines Butter Golden Cake Mix
1 (18.25 ounce) box (Do not combine with any additional ingredients beyond what is listed.)
Water
1 1/4 cups (Add to the cake mix.)
Vegetable Oil
1/3 cup (Add to the cake mix.)
Egg Whites
3 (Add to the cake mix.)
Rainbow Mix Candy Sprinkles
1 (1.75 ounce) bottle (Set aside 1 tablespoon for decoration.)
Duncan Hines Vanilla Frosting
1 (1 lb) container (Use to frost the cake.)
Decorating Icing
2-4 different colors (4.25 oz tubes) (Use to decorate the top edge of the cake.)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease only the bottoms of two (8-inch or 9-inch) round cake pans with shortening; do not sprinkle with flour or cooking spray.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and egg whites. Mix on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium speed and beat for 2 minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl occasionally for an even mix.
3
Take 1 tablespoon of the candy sprinkles and set it aside for decoration later. Gently fold the remaining sprinkles into the batter until evenly combined.
4
Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
5
Bake for about 27 to 32 minutes for 8-inch rounds or 23 to 28 minutes for 9-inch rounds, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes.
6
Run a knife around the edges of the pans to loosen the cakes and carefully remove them. Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely, which should take about 1 hour.
7
Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate with the rounded side down. Spread 1/3 cup of frosting evenly over the top of this layer, then place the second layer on top, rounded side up.
8
Use the remaining frosting to cover the sides and top of the cake evenly.
9
Decorate the top edge of the cake with decorating icing in a fun, random squiggly pattern. Finally, sprinkle the reserved candy sprinkles generously over the top of the cake for an extra touch of color.
Nutrition Information
9g
Fat
30g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Festive Funfetti Cake?
The Festive Funfetti Cake is a colorful and buttery dessert perfect for celebrations like children's birthdays, featuring rainbow sprinkles and a rich vanilla frosting.
Which cake mix is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe specifically recommends using Duncan Hines Butter Golden cake mix for a rich, buttery flavor.
What is the required oven temperature for baking?
You should preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking the cake layers.
How should I prepare the cake pans?
Grease only the bottoms of two 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pans with shortening; do not use flour or cooking spray.
What liquid ingredients are added to the cake mix?
You will need 1 1/4 cups of water, 1/3 cup of vegetable oil, and 3 egg whites.
How long should I beat the cake batter?
Mix on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium speed and beat for 2 minutes.
How do I incorporate the sprinkles into the batter?
After mixing the batter, gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles, reserving 1 tablespoon for the final decoration.
How long do I bake the cake in 8-inch pans?
For 8-inch round pans, bake for approximately 27 to 32 minutes.
How long do I bake the cake in 9-inch pans?
For 9-inch round pans, bake for approximately 23 to 28 minutes.
How can I tell if the cake is done?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cakes cool in the pan?
Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes before removing them.
What is the total cooling time on a wire rack?
The cakes should cool completely on a wire rack for about 1 hour before frosting.
How do I assemble the cake layers?
Place the first layer rounded side down, spread 1/3 cup of frosting, then place the second layer rounded side up.
What type of frosting is used?
The recipe uses a 1 lb container of Duncan Hines Vanilla Frosting.
How much frosting goes between the cake layers?
You should use 1/3 cup of the vanilla frosting between the two cake layers.
How is the top of the cake decorated?
The top is decorated with colored decorating icing in a random squiggly pattern and finished with the reserved sprinkles.
How many calories are in a serving of this cake?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 9 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each serving contains 30 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does one serving provide?
Each serving provides 2 grams of protein.
Why are egg whites used instead of whole eggs?
Using egg whites helps keep the cake color bright and the texture light, allowing the rainbow sprinkles to stand out.
Can I use cooking spray on the pans?
The recipe instructions specifically advise against using cooking spray, recommending shortening instead.
How many colors of decorating icing are needed?
The recipe suggests using 2 to 4 different colors of decorating icing.
What is the weight of the cake mix box?
The recipe calls for one 18.25 ounce box of cake mix.
What brand of sprinkles is recommended?
The recipe mentions using a 1.75 ounce bottle of Rainbow Mix Candy Sprinkles.
What makes this cake festive?
Its vibrant colors from the rainbow sprinkles and the fun squiggly icing patterns make it perfect for festive occasions.
Can this cake be made for parties?
Yes, it is specifically described as an eye-catching dessert that is perfect for parties and impressing guests.
Is this recipe a variation of another recipe?
Yes, it is inspired by a Betty Crocker recipe but tweaked to use Duncan Hines products for a different flavor profile.
How many cake layers does this recipe produce?
This recipe produces a standard two-layer round cake.
Should I flour the pans after greasing?
No, the instructions state to grease the bottoms only and do not sprinkle with flour.