Get ready to unleash a wave of pure childhood nostalgia with the most irresistible dessert that combines the beloved Dunkaroo flavors into a show-stopping cake! Imagine a moist, vanilla-packed cake topped with the most dreamy, sprinkle-loaded buttercream that will make your taste buds dance with joy. This isn't just a cake - it's a time machine to your favorite childhood memories, packed with fun, flavor, and a serious dose of sweet excitement!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup vanilla frosting
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Use an electric mixer to blend ingredients on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth and well incorporated.
- Pour the cake batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to spread it uniformly.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center - it should come out clean with no raw batter.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack for approximately 45-60 minutes.
- While the cake cools, prepare the confetti buttercream by mixing vanilla frosting with rainbow sprinkles until evenly distributed.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the confetti buttercream evenly across the top using an offset spatula or butter knife.
- Optional: Sprinkle additional rainbow sprinkles on top for extra decoration and texture.
- Slice into 10 equal servings and serve at room temperature. Can be stored covered at room temperature for 2-3 days.
Tips
- Room Temperature Magic: Ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest cake batter possible.
- Don't Overmix: When combining cake ingredients, mix just until incorporated to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Oven Accuracy Matters: Use an oven thermometer to ensure your oven is precisely at 350°F for even baking.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the buttercream from melting.
- Sprinkle Pro Tip: Gently fold sprinkles into the frosting to prevent color bleeding, and save some for a final decorative touch.
- Storage Hack: If you want to keep the cake extra moist, cover it loosely with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container.
- Make Ahead: This cake actually tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have time to meld together perfectly!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 55mg
