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Perfect Gluten-Free Funfetti Celebration Cake Recipe with Easy Vanilla Buttercream

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A festive and moist gluten-free funfetti cake topped with creamy vanilla buttercream, perfect for celebrations and safe for gluten-intolerant guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (210g) gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 recommended)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons gluten-free baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk or dairy-free milk alternative (almond or oat milk)
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (90g) rainbow gluten-free sprinkles
  • For the Vanilla Buttercream:
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups (360-480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30-45ml) heavy cream or dairy-free cream
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper using gluten-free flour for dusting.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour blend, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Sift if desired.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in half of the gluten-free sprinkles gently to prevent color bleeding.
  6. Divide batter evenly between pans, tap to remove air bubbles, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For the buttercream, beat softened butter on medium speed until creamy (about 2 minutes). Gradually add powdered sugar one cup at a time on low speed.
  9. Add vanilla extract, salt, and cream; increase speed to medium-high and whip for 3-4 minutes until fluffy and spreadable.
  10. Assemble cake by spreading buttercream on one layer, topping with second layer, then frosting entire cake.
  11. Decorate with remaining sprinkles around edges or on top.
  12. Refrigerate cake for at least 30 minutes to set frosting. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Notes

Use gluten-free certified baking powder and sprinkles to ensure safety. Avoid overmixing batter to keep cake fluffy. Fold sprinkles gently to prevent color bleeding. Butter should be softened but not melted for buttercream. Refrigerate cake to set frosting and bring to room temperature before serving. For dairy-free version, substitute vegan butter and plant-based milk and cream.

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