The Perfect Funfetti Cake

14 INGREDIENTS • 11 STEPS • 40MINS

The Perfect Funfetti Cake

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The perfect mix of fluffy and dense like the real 90s boxed classic. But it’s different, because it doesn’t have that artificial bite to it at the end, it won’t fall apart against the lightest frosting. It’s just a solid, no fail recipe that won’t let us down.
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The perfect mix of fluffy and dense like the real 90s boxed classic. But it’s different, because it doesn’t have that artificial bite to it at the end, it won’t fall apart against the lightest frosting. It’s just a solid, no fail recipe that won’t let us down.
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Olive and Artisan
Hi, I'm Karlee! Recipe developer, writer, photographer and pun making extraordinaire. I’m passionate about developing mouth watering recipes that are balanced with amazing flavor combos.
https://www.oliveandartisan.com/

40MINS

Total Time

$2.32

Cost Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings
12
us / metric
Butter
720 mL
Butter, room temperature
Oil
4 Tbsp
Oil
Vanilla Extract
1 1/3 Tbsp
Almond Extract
1 tsp
Almond Extract
Egg
6
Eggs
2 whole eggs, 4 egg whites
Salt
1/2 tsp
Baking Powder
1 Tbsp
Baking Powder
Baking Soda
1/4 tsp
Baking Soda
Whole Milk
300 mL
Whole Milk
Sprinkles
220 g
Sprinkles
Powdered Confectioners Sugar
440 g
Powdered Confectioners Sugar
Cream
2 Tbsp
Cream

Nutrition Per Serving

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Calories
961
Fat
58.0 g
Protein
4.7 g
Carbs
103.0 g
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Olive and Artisan
Hi, I'm Karlee! Recipe developer, writer, photographer and pun making extraordinaire. I’m passionate about developing mouth watering recipes that are balanced with amazing flavor combos.
https://www.oliveandartisan.com/

Cooking Instructions

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step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
step 2
In a standing mixer with a paddle attachment, mix the Butter (240 mL), Oil (4 Tbsp), Granulated Sugar (300 g) and Vanilla Extract (2 tsp) and Almond Extract (1 tsp) together until smooth and fluffy.
step 2 In a standing mixer with a paddle attachment, mix the Butter (240 mL), Oil (4 Tbsp), Granulated Sugar (300 g) and Vanilla Extract (2 tsp) and Almond Extract (1 tsp) together until smooth and fluffy.
step 3
Add 2 whole Eggs (2).
step 4
Then add the reserved Eggs (4) and mix. Do not over beat, just until the batter is smooth and even.
step 5
Sift the All-Purpose Flour (375 g), Salt (1/2 tsp), Baking Powder (1 Tbsp) and Baking Soda (1/4 tsp) together and place into butter/egg mixture. Turn the mixer on its lowest speed, wait until the flour mixture starts to absorb into the butter mixture then slowly add the Whole Milk (300 mL) as it mixes.
step 5 Sift the All-Purpose Flour (375 g), Salt (1/2 tsp), Baking Powder (1 Tbsp) and Baking Soda (1/4 tsp) together and place into butter/egg mixture. Turn the mixer on its lowest speed, wait until the flour mixture starts to absorb into the butter mixture then slowly add the Whole Milk (300 mL) as it mixes.
step 6
Gently fold in the Sprinkles (130 g).
step 7
Bake in the oven for 25-28 minutes.
step 8
In a large bowl, slowly mix the Butter (480 mL) and Vanilla Extract (2 tsp) together in a mixer on low until smooth then slowly add in the Powdered Confectioners Sugar (440 g).
step 9
Add in the Cream (2 Tbsp). Add more cream as needed. You're looking for a smooth consistency that will easily fall off a spoon when encouraged.
step 10
Fold in the Sprinkles (90 g).
step 10 Fold in the Sprinkles (90 g).
step 11
Spread the frosting over the completely cooled cake and top with additional sprinkles. Slice and enjoy!
step 11 Spread the frosting over the completely cooled cake and top with additional sprinkles. Slice and enjoy!
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