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The Funfetti Birthday Surprise cake is a delightful and colorful dessert perfect for celebrating special occasions. This cake is not only visually appealing but also offers a delicious taste experience. It's ideal for birthdays, making it a great way to add a personal touch to the celebration. The recipe yields two 9-inch round cakes, serving 8-10 people, making it perfect for small to medium-sized gatherings. Not specified in the recipe is when to serve the cake, but it's clear that it's meant for special occasions.

Funfetti Birthday Surprise Cake

A delicious and colorful cake perfect for serving 8-10 people, ideal for special occasions. This recipe yields two 9-inch round cakes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1¾ cups whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup funfetti sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Beat the butter in a large bowl until creamy and smooth.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter, alternating with the milk.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then beat in the vanilla extract.
  • Gently fold in the funfetti sprinkles to distribute them evenly.
  • Divide the batter between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Grease and flour the pans to ensure the cakes release easily.
Keyword birthday, cake, celebration, Funfetti, sprinkles, vanilla