Description
Celebrate with this vibrant and fun birthday cake!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons whole milk (for frosting)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Pinch of salt (for frosting)
- 8 soft flour tortillas (8-inch)
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup crushed crispy rice cereal or wafer cookies (optional)
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine your dry ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk them together until well blended. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: whole milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. The key here is to gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, ensuring the batter retains a smooth consistency. Once combined, gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles, which will bring an exciting burst of color to your cake.
- Pour your vibrant batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly across the surface. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. Keep an eye on it; the cake is ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. After baking, be patient and allow the cake to cool completely. This step is vital to ensure that the crumbled cake binds well with the frosting later on.
- While your cake cools, you can prepare the frosting. In a bowl, beat the softened butter until it’s creamy and smooth. Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar, whole milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Continue mixing until the frosting reaches a light and fluffy texture. This step is crucial because the frosting will add richness to your cake’s flavor.
- Once the cake is cool, crumble it into a large mixing bowl. Add about two-thirds of your prepared frosting to the cake crumbs, mixing gently until the mixture holds together well. This forms the filling for your flour tortillas. Lay out the tortillas on a flat surface and spoon a generous amount of the cake-frosting mixture down the center of each tortilla. For added fun, sprinkle more rainbow sprinkles and optional crispy rice cereal or crushed wafer cookies over the filling. Drizzle or spread a small amount of the remaining frosting on top for an extra sweetness boost.
- To form wraps, fold the sides of the tortillas inward and then roll them tightly from the bottom. Slice each wrap in half for easy serving. You can enjoy these right away or refrigerate them for about 15 minutes to allow them to set. Either way, these cake wraps are sure to be a hit!
Notes
Ensure that the cake is completely cool before crumbling it to avoid a soggy mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Protein: 3 g