Ingredients
– 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour for structure and tender crumb
– 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar for balancing tartness and browning
– 2 tsp baking powder for leavening
– 1/2 tsp baking soda for lift and tenderness
– 1/2 tsp salt for enhancing flavor
– 2 large eggs for structure, stability, and moisture
– 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter for richness and moisture
– 1/2 cup (120 g) mashed fresh strawberries for flavor, color, and moisture
– 1 tsp pure vanilla extract for enhancing berry notes
– 1/2 cup (90 g) rainbow sprinkles for confetti and texture
– 1/2 cup (120 g) Greek yogurt or sour cream for tang and tenderizing
Instructions
1-First Steps: Getting Started
Baking a strawberry funfetti cake is like throwing a mini party in your kitchen, and it all starts with some simple prep. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your pans to avoid any sticky surprises. (You know, that moment when the cake sticks and ruins the fun nobody wants that!)
Once your oven is ready, sift those dry ingredients and mash your strawberries. This step sets you up for success, whether you’re making a classic cake or trying out cupcakes.
2-Mixing and Baking:
Whip up the wet ingredients in a bowl, then gently fold in the dry ones. Don’t forget to add those sprinkles last for that perfect confetti look. Pop it in the oven and watch the magic happen bake times vary, so keep an eye on it for the best results.
After baking, let it cool properly before frosting to keep everything intact. For more ideas on similar fruit-based cakes, check out our blueberry cream cake recipe. Once assembled, your strawberry funfetti cake will be ready to impress.
3-Frosting and Finishing:
Make your frosting fresh and light, then decorate with extra sprinkles. Let it set before serving to enjoy that full, festive flavor. (It’s the kind of cake that makes every bite feel like a celebration!)
Notes
🌡️ Room temperature ingredients mix better and create a smoother batter texture, so take your eggs, milk, and butter out of the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before baking.
🍪 Fold sprinkles into the batter gently to prevent color bleeding and maintain their vibrant appearance in the finished cake.
⏰ For the best flavor and texture, make the freeze-dried strawberry powder by processing the strawberries in a food processor until fine – this gives a concentrated strawberry flavor without adding moisture to the frosting.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cooling Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg