Funfetti Cinnamon Soda Streusel (Print Version)
Vibrant funfetti cake layered with crunchy cinnamon streusel, ideal for gatherings or brunch.
# Components:
→ Cake
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 1/2 cup cinnamon-flavored soda
10 - 1/2 cup sour cream
11 - 1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles
→ Cinnamon Streusel
12 - 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
13 - 1/4 cup brown sugar
14 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
15 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
16 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
02 - Combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter using a fork or fingertips until mixture forms coarse crumbs. Refrigerate until ready to use.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
04 - Beat softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
05 - Add eggs to the butter mixture one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in vanilla extract.
06 - Combine cinnamon soda and sour cream in a separate bowl or measuring cup.
07 - Add dry ingredients to butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the soda and sour cream mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
08 - Gently fold rainbow sprinkles into batter.
09 - Spread batter evenly into prepared pan. Sprinkle cinnamon streusel over the top.
10 - Bake for 32 to 37 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges mostly clean.
11 - Allow to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then remove and let cool completely before slicing.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Vibrant and festive appearance
- Perfect balance of sweetness and spice
02 -
- Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, and milk (dairy).
- Check sprinkles for possible traces of soy and always verify allergen labels.
03 -
- Do not overmix the batter for a tender crumb.
- Use jimmies sprinkles to prevent color bleeding.