Indulge in a delightful explosion of flavors with our Fluffy Confetti Birthday Cake! This celebratory masterpiece is a symphony of vibrant colors and irresistible tastes, perfect for marking special occasions or simply satisfying your sweet cravings. Dive into a world of fluffy vanilla cake layers, generously adorned with rainbow sprinkles and whimsical confetti. Each bite is a burst of joy, promising a delightful experience that will leave you grinning from ear to ear. Discover the secrets behind this magical cake with our step-by-step recipe, complete with expert tips and tricks for achieving the perfect texture and presentation. Elevate your celebration to new heights with this showstopping cake, guaranteed to make any birthday or special event truly unforgettable.
In addition to the classic Fluffy Confetti Birthday Cake, our article presents a captivating collection of irresistible variations that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore:
- Decadent Chocolate Confetti Cake: A chocolate lover's dream, this variation combines rich chocolate cake layers with vibrant sprinkles and confetti, creating a harmonious balance of indulgence and festivity.
- Gluten-Free Confetti Cake: Rejoice, gluten-free enthusiasts! This adaptation offers a delightful alternative, featuring fluffy gluten-free cake layers adorned with an array of colorful sprinkles and confetti. Indulge in a joyous celebration without compromising on taste or texture.
- Vegan Confetti Cake: Embrace the power of plants with our vegan-friendly rendition of the Fluffy Confetti Birthday Cake. Delectable vegan cake layers, complemented by vibrant sprinkles and confetti, deliver a guilt-free indulgence that's sure to impress everyone at your celebration.
- Funfetti Cupcakes: Transform your celebration into a delightful bite-sized extravaganza with our irresistible Funfetti Cupcakes. These miniature treats feature fluffy vanilla or chocolate cupcakes adorned with sprinkles and confetti, offering a playful touch to your festivities.
- Confetti Cake Batter Dip: Experience a dip that's as delightful as it is festive! Our Confetti Cake Batter Dip combines creamy cake batter, vibrant sprinkles, and confetti into a luscious dip that's perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings.
With our comprehensive guide and diverse recipe variations, you'll have everything you need to create a spectacular confetti-filled celebration that will leave lasting memories. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey filled with joy, color, and irresistible flavors!
INSTANT POT CONFETTI BIRTHDAY CAKE
This 'set it and forget it' cake is perfect for the summer months when you don't want to turn the oven on. And if you forget it in the Instant Pot®, it won't burn!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 2h45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the cake: Coat a 7-inch round cake pan with 3-inch sides with nonstick spray. Line the bottom of the pan with a parchment, coat the paper.
- Whisk together the flour, sprinkles, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl to combine.
- Beat the butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until pale yellow, 2 minutes. Add the confectioners' sugar and beat on high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the vanilla and egg, scraping down sides and bottom of the bowl, and continue to beat until creamy, about 2 minutes (the mixture will look curdled but will come back together after it has been beaten for 1 or 2 minutes).
- With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture in 3 additions, alternating with the sour cream in 2 additions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Place two 18-inch pieces of twine criss-crossing one another on a clean work surface. Place the cake pan over the twine, then lay a clean dish towel over the top of the cake pan and tuck the ends under. Take the 2 ends of 1 piece of twine and tie them into a tight knot over the top of the cake pan. Repeat with the remaining twine so that you have two twine handles to support and lift the cake.
- Set a rack inside the Instant Pot® and add 2 cups water. Using the twine handles, place the cake inside the pot. Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on high pressure for 40 minutes (see Cook's Note).
- After the pressure cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for natural release for 15 minutes and then quick release and wait until the cycle is complete. Be careful of any remaining steam and unlock and remove the lid.
- Lift the cake out of the pot. Cut the twine and unwrap the cake pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Let the cake cool in the pan, 30 minutes, then invert the cake onto a rack, peel off the parchment and let cool completely.
- Invert the cake again so that it is right-side up. Horizontally trim the top dome from the cake with a long serrated knife to create a flat surface. Slice the cake in half horizontally to make 2 layers. (Cake can be baked 1 day ahead.) Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature.
- For the buttercream: Beat the confectioners' sugar and butter with an electric mixer on high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Scrape in the seeds from the vanilla bean, then add 2 tablespoons cream and continue to beat on high speed for 1 minute more, adding more cream if necessary for a spreadable consistency.
- Place 1 cake layer on a cake stand or large plate. Spoon 1 1/2 cups buttercream over the top. Smooth the buttercream to the edge of the cake using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon, creating an even layer. Place another cake layer on top. Spread the remaining buttercream over the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with sprinkles as desired.
HOMEMADE CONFETTI CAKE
This is a moist and fluffy vanilla cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped vanilla buttercream. It's almost impossible not to feel happy when you see the fun pop of rainbow confetti! -Courtney Rich, Highland, UT
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, cream butter, oil and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, then egg whites, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in sprinkles., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., For buttercream, in a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Add cream, vanilla and food coloring. Beat until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Frost top of cake with frosting, and, if desired, top with additional sprinkles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 823 calories, Fat 47g fat (26g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 97g carbohydrate (75g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CONFETTI BIRTHDAY DRIP CAKE
This is a moist and fluffy vanilla drip cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped vanilla buttercream. It's almost impossible not to feel happy when you see the fun pop of rainbow confetti! -Courtney Rich, Highland, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 2h5m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 4 greased 6-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper. In a large bowl, cream butter, oil and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, then egg whites, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in sprinkles., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., For buttercream, in a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Add cream and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes., For drip, in a microwave, heat cream just to a boil. Pour over baking chips; stir with a whisk until smooth. Tint as desired with food coloring. Cool slightly, stirring occasionally., To assemble cake, place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with ½ cup frosting. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides of cake with ½ cup frosting. Freeze until set, about 10 minutes. Frost top and sides with 1 cup frosting. Pour drip over top of cake, allowing some to flow over sides. Pipe remaining frosting around top edges; top with additional sprinkles. Gently press additional sprinkles into frosting on sides of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 658 calories, Fat 38g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 77g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the cake batter mix more evenly and prevent curdling.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter, more tender cake.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help prevent the batter from curdling.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. This will help prevent the batter from becoming too thick or lumpy.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
- Bake the cake at the correct temperature and for the correct amount of time. Underbaking will result in a raw cake, while overbaking will result in a dry, crumbly cake.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
- Use a variety of sprinkles and decorations to make your cake festive and fun.
Conclusion:
With these tips in mind, you can easily make a delicious and festive confetti birthday cake that is sure to be a hit with everyone. So get creative and have fun!
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