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Copycat Birthday Bundt Cake

This Copycat Birthday Bundt Cake is a festive delight! With moist layers and creamy frosting, it’s perfect for any celebration!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 cup sour cream (227g or 8 ounces)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup rainbow sprinkles (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your Bundt pan with cooking spray or butter and a light dusting of flour.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix and the instant vanilla pudding mix. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Add the sour cream, eggs, water, and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles into the batter.
  6. Carefully pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the frosting by beating the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  10. Once the cake is cooled, drizzle the cream cheese frosting over the top and sprinkle additional rainbow sprinkles for garnish.

Notes

  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • If you have leftovers, refrigerate the cake for up to a week.
  • This cake also freezes well! Wrap it tightly and it will last for up to 2 months.