Description

This festive Halloween Funfetti Cake is a moist vanilla cake loaded with colorful sprinkles and topped with creamy, customizable frosting. It’s simple to make, perfect for parties, and guaranteed to delight kids and adults alike at any spooky celebration.

Ingredients

Scale

2 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour, sifted
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature
1/2 cup (90g) Halloween-themed sprinkles (confetti-style or jimmies)
1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
4 cups (480g) powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
2–3 tbsp (30-45ml) milk or cream (for frosting)
2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
Gel food coloring (orange, purple, green, or black)
Extra Halloween sprinkles for decoration
Edible eyes or spooky cupcake toppers
Mini chocolate chips for decoration

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom of each cake pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Sift for a lighter cake.
In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Beat in eggs one at a time, scraping the bowl between additions. Mix in vanilla and almond extract (if using).
Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry. Mix gently on low speed until just combined.
Gently fold in Halloween sprinkles using a spatula. Do not overmix.
Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Smooth tops with a spatula.
Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool cakes in pans on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Run a knife around edges, flip cakes onto rack, and remove parchment paper. Cool completely.
For frosting: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low. Add milk or cream and vanilla. Whip until light and fluffy. Tint with gel food coloring.
Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread frosting on top, add second layer, and frost sides and top. Decorate with extra sprinkles, edible eyes, and chocolate chips.

Notes

Use confetti-style sprinkles for best results; nonpareils may bleed color. Room temperature ingredients ensure a smooth batter. Sift powdered sugar for creamy frosting. Cake layers can be made ahead and frosted the next day. For gluten-free or dairy-free versions, substitute accordingly. Decorate creatively with colored frosting and spooky toppers.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/12th of a 9-inch cake
Calories: 410
Sugar: 42
Sodium: 220
Fat: 18
Saturated Fat: 11
Carbohydrates: 60
Fiber: 1
Protein: 5

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