Funfetti Cheesecake Cake – Colorful, Creamy & Celebration-Ready

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 3½ cups powdered sugar

• 1 Tbsp vanilla extract

• 2–4 Tbsp milk or cream

• Pinch of salt

• Extra sprinkles, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Cheesecake Layer

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment and grease the sides.

2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, and salt.

3. Pour into pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until just set in the center.

4. Cool completely, then chill in fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 2: Make the Funfetti Cake

5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round pans.

6. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.

7. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).

8. Add egg whites one at a time, then vanilla.

9. Mix in milk and sour cream alternately with dry ingredients. Fold in sprinkles last.

10. Divide batter evenly into pans and bake for 28–32 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

Step 3: Make the Buttercream

11. Beat butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar.

12. Add vanilla, salt, and milk a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

13. Level cake layers if needed. Place one cake layer on a platter.

14. Add the chilled cheesecake layer (remove springform base and parchment).

15. Top with second funfetti cake layer.

16. Frost top and sides with buttercream. Decorate with extra sprinkles!

Tips for Success

• Use jimmies, not nonpareils — they won’t bleed into the batter.

• Chill cheesecake fully before assembling.

• A cake leveler or serrated knife helps get clean, even layers.

• Use parchment under your cake when frosting — then slide it out for a clean board.

Variations

• Add lemon zest to the cheesecake for a bright twist.

• Use chocolate or strawberry frosting for extra flair.

• Make it gluten-free using a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Storage

• Store cake in the fridge, covered, for up to 4 days.

• Freeze individual slices tightly wrapped for up to 1 month.

What to Serve With

• Birthday candles and a scoop of vanilla ice cream

• Sparkling lemonade or milk

• A drizzle of white chocolate or strawberry sauce

Nutrition Facts (Approximate per slice)

• Calories: ~490

• Carbs: 47 g

• Fat: 30 g

• Sugar: 35 g

• Protein: 5 g

FAQs

Q: Can I make this with boxed cake mix?
Absolutely! Use a white or funfetti mix for the cake layers and focus on homemade cheesecake and frosting.

Q: Can I color the layers?
Yes! Tint the cake batter or frosting for a rainbow effect.

Q: Can I skip the cheesecake layer?
You can — but that’s what makes this dessert next-level.

Related Recipes

• Rainbow Sprinkle Layer Cake

• Classic Baked Cheesecake

• Birthday Cake Cheesecake Bars

Conclusion

This Funfetti Cheesecake Cake is a sprinkle-loaded celebration in every slice. It’s perfect for birthdays, baby showers, or any time you want a dessert that’s fun, festive, and unforgettable. From the creamy cheesecake middle to the fluffy rainbow-studded cake — it’s pure happiness on a plate.