Description
This Funfetti Cake Cheesecake combines a moist, colorful funfetti cake base with a creamy and luscious cheesecake layer topped with fluffy whipped cream and sprinkled with vibrant rainbow jimmies. Perfect for celebrations or a festive dessert, it features a smooth cream cheese filling and a light, fluffy cake finished with sweet sprinkles for a fun and delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Layer
- 16 oz Cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup White granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Sour cream (room temperature or Greek yogurt)
- 2 Large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 Egg yolk (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup Rainbow jimmie sprinkles
Funfetti Cake Batter
- 1 3/4 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 TBSP Cornstarch
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1/4 tsp Baking soda
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Oil (canola or vegetable)
- 1 cup White granulated sugar
- 1 TBSP Pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup Sour cream (room temperature or Greek yogurt)
- 2 Large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup Buttermilk (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup Rainbow jimmie sprinkles
Whipped Cream Topping
- 2 oz Cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 TBSP Heavy cream
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 325℉ (163℃). Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick spray, line the bottom with a parchment paper circle, and spray the parchment again. Set aside.
- Make Cheesecake Batter: Using a mixer, beat the cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar on high speed for 2 minutes until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the bowl. Add 1 tsp vanilla and 1/2 cup sour cream; mix on medium speed until combined. Add 2 eggs and 1 egg yolk, mixing on low speed until just combined. Use a spatula to fold in 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles gently to avoid color bleeding.
- Prepare Dry Cake Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together 1 3/4 cups flour, 1 TBSP cornstarch, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt. Set aside.
- Make Cake Batter: Using the mixer, beat 1/2 cup oil and 1 cup sugar on high speed for 2 minutes until pale and fluffy. Add 1 TBSP vanilla, 1/4 cup sour cream, and 2 eggs; mix on medium speed until combined, scraping the bowl as necessary. Add the dry ingredients and 1/2 cup buttermilk; mix on low just until combined. Fold in 1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles using a spatula.
- Layer Batters: Spread the cake batter evenly on the bottom of the prepared springform pan. Carefully spread the cheesecake batter on top of the cake batter, making sure to distribute it evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 55-65 minutes, until the cheesecake layer has a slight jiggle in the center but is mostly set. Do not overbake to prevent cracks. Once done, keep the cheesecake in the pan and place it on a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Chill: Cover the pan loosely with foil and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight to allow the cheesecake to fully set and flavors to meld.
- Make Whipped Cream Topping: In a small bowl, beat 2 oz cream cheese with 1 TBSP heavy cream on high speed until creamy and smooth. In a separate large metal bowl using a whisk attachment, beat 1 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla on high speed until it starts to thicken. Add the cream cheese mixture to the whipped cream, then continue beating on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Decorate and Serve: Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and peel off the parchment paper from the bottom. Spread about 1 cup (or all if desired) of the whipped cream over the top of the cake. Optionally pipe dollops of whipped cream using a large French tip and sprinkle additional rainbow jimmies on top for decoration. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter and better incorporation.
- Adding sprinkles only at the end of mixing avoids color bleeding into the batter.
- Do not overmix batter after adding dry ingredients to prevent tough cake texture.
- Baking time can vary; watch for the slight jiggle in cheesecake center as an indicator of doneness.
- Chilling overnight improves texture and flavor by allowing the cheesecake to fully set.
- Use a springform pan to easily remove the cheesecake without damaging edges.
- Whipped cream topping should be kept chilled and served shortly after decorating for best texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Funfetti, Cheesecake, Cake, Rainbow sprinkles, Dessert, Celebration, Cream cheese, Whipped cream
