Gluten-Free Confetti Cake

Brighten up any celebration with this Gluten-Free Confetti Cake—an irresistibly fun dessert that's as delightful to look at as it is to eat! Made with a soft, fluffy blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour and a hint of xanthan gum for structure, this cake bursts with colorful bursts of rainbow sprinkles in every bite. The rich, buttery vanilla flavor is perfectly balanced by the tang of buttermilk, ensuring a tender crumb that’ll have everyone asking for seconds. Topped with a creamy, homemade vanilla buttercream frosting and finished with even more sprinkles for a festive touch, this cake is the ultimate gluten-free treat for birthdays, parties, or anytime you’re craving a joyous slice of sweetness. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe proves that gluten-free baking can be as easy as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 29/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Rainbow sprinkles
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Whole milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles with a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

For the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy.

Step 11

Gradually add the powdered sugar, and beat on low speed until well combined.

Step 12

Stir in the vanilla extract and milk, and beat the mixture on medium speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.

Step 13

Once the cake is completely cool, spread the vanilla buttercream frosting over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 14

Decorate with additional rainbow sprinkles on top if desired. Slice and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1323.1 grams (1323.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4965

Total Fat 220.20g	282%
Saturated Fat 136.50g	683%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 913mg	304%
Sodium 2892mg	126%
Total Carbohydrate 735.20g	267%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 560.60g
Protein 25.40g	51%

Vitamin D 247IU	1235%
Calcium 375mg	29%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 492mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.4%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 58.5%