This Funfetti Pound Cake is a sour cream pound cake with sprinkles folded into the batter topped with powdered sugar glaze with sprinkles.

Bring a little extra joy to your dessert table with this colorful and delicious Funfetti Pound Cake! Made completely from scratch, this buttery pound cake is filled with festive rainbow sprinkles that add a pop of color in every slice without sacrificing the rich, tender crumb pound cake lovers expect. Top it with your favorite glaze or enjoy it plain for a fun twist on a timeless classic!

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What Is a Funfetti Pound Cake?

A Funfetti Pound Cake takes everything you love about a traditional pound cake and gives it a colorful twist. Rainbow sprinkles are folded into the batter before baking, creating bright pops of color throughout each slice. Unlike a boxed Funfetti cake mix, this recipe starts from scratch with butter, sour cream, eggs, and quality extracts for a rich homemade flavor and classic pound cake texture.

Why You'll Love This Funfetti Pound Cake

Made completely from scratch with simple pantry ingredients.
Rich and buttery with a soft, tender crumb.
Rainbow sprinkles add a festive touch without overpowering the flavor.
Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, and special occasions.
Easy enough for beginner bakers but beautiful enough for any dessert table.
Delicious with or without the vanilla glaze.

Recommended tools and equipment:

Bundt Pan (A 12 cup bundt pan is needed for this volume of recipe.)
Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer
Silicone Spatula
Oven Thermometer
Cake Keeper
Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoons

Tips for the Best Funfetti Pound Cake

Use flat sprinkles or jimmies-style sprinkles instead of nonpareils for best results.
Be sure all refrigerated ingredients are at room temperature before mixing for a smooth, even batter.
Fold the sprinkles in gently at the very end to keep the colors vibrant.
Avoid overmixing once the flour is added to maintain a tender crumb.
Let the cake cool completely before glazing so the icing sets beautifully.

New to baking pound cakes? Be sure to read my guide on How to Properly Mix a Pound Cake to learn techniques that will help you achieve the perfect texture every time.

Perfect Occasions to Serve This Cake

This colorful pound cake is a wonderful dessert for:

Birthday parties
Baby showers
Graduation celebrations
Easter gatherings
Family reunions
Church events
Potlucks
School celebrations
Holidays
Anytime you want to brighten someone's day

Storage Instructions

Store at room temperature, in an airtight container, for up to 5 days.
Refrigerate up to 5 days; bring to room temperature before serving.
Freeze whole or in slices, well-wrapped, for up to 3 months.

Storage Method	Duration	Notes
Airtight container, room temp	5 days	Wrap in plastic for best results
Refrigerator (airtight)	5 days	Bring to room temp before serving
Freezer (sliced or whole)	3 months	Wrap in plastic and foil; thaw overnight

If you have leftovers, check out my guide on How to Freeze a Pound Cake so you can enjoy a slice whenever you like.

Funfetti Pound Cake recipe

This Funfetti Pound Cake is a sour cream pound cake with sprinkles folded into the batter topped with a powdered sugar glaze with sprinkles.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: funfetti pound cake

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 1 15

Servings: people

Calories: 756kcal

Author: Ashley Frederick

Ingredients

To make the cake:
3 c all-purpose flour- sifted
3 c granulated sugar
5 whole eggs- room temperature
1 ½ c (3 sticks) of salted butter - room temperature
1 c sour cream - room temperature
3 tsps cake batter flavor or your favorite flavor/extract
½ c sprinkles
For the icing:
2 c powdered sugar
¼ c condensed milk
1 teaspoon cake batter flavor or your favorite flavor/extract
2-3 tbsps whole milk
¼ c sprinkles

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Instructions

To make the cake:
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (approximately 5 minutes).
Add your cake batter flavor and mix.
Add the eggs one at a time mixing only until combined after each addition.
Add the flour to the batter, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with flour.
Then fold ½ c of the sprinkles into the batter.
Spray your 12-cup bundt pan with Baker's Joy baking spray or similar. Then pour the batter evenly into your prepared bundt pan.
Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the cake is golden brown. (Insert a wooden toothpick into the center of the cake. The cake is done when the toothpick comes out clean or with moist crumbs.)
Allow the cake to cool before removing it from the pan to complete the cooling process.
To make the glaze:
Add the powdered sugar, cake batter flavor and condensed milk to a bowl.
Slowly add in the milk and mix until you reach your desired consistency.
Glaze your cake as desired then top it with the sprinkles.
Once the glaze has set, serve and enjoy!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to use a certain type of sprinkles for this recipe?

No, you can use any kind that you like; however, I recommend that you use flat sprinkles or jimmies-style sprinkles instead of nonpareils for best results.

Can I customize the sprinkles?

Definitely! Use seasonal or themed sprinkles for birthdays, holidays, graduations, or baby showers to make this recipe your own.

Will the sprinkles melt into the batter?

Some color transfer is normal, but using quality jimmies and folding them in gently helps maintain distinct pops of color throughout the cake.

Can I make this cake ahead of time?

Absolutely! Bake the cake one or two days in advance and store it in an airtight container. Add the glaze and extra sprinkles before serving for the best presentation.

If your cake doesn't turn out as expected, my article on Mistakes to Avoid When Baking a Pound Cake can help you identify common issues and improve your results.