Pin It A playful, vibrant dessert featuring soft wraps filled with funfetti cake, creamy frosting, and rainbow sprinkles—a whimsical twist perfect for celebrations.
The first time I made these wraps for a birthday gathering, everyone was charmed by their color and softness. No one could resist grabbing seconds, and even adults got giddy over the playful confetti sprinkles.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup (125 g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100 g)
- Vegetable oil: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Milk: 1/4 cup (60 ml) plus 2 tbsp (30 ml) for frosting
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp for cake, 1/2 tsp for frosting
- Baking powder: 1 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp for cake, pinch for frosting
- Rainbow sprinkles: 1/3 cup (60 g) for cake plus 1/4 cup (40 g) for assembly
- Soft flour tortillas: 8 (8-inch/20 cm)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (115 g)
- Powdered sugar: 1 1/2 cups (180 g)
- Mini marshmallows (optional): 1/2 cup (75 g)
Instructions
- Prep Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) cake pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, combine oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine & Bake:
- Stir wet into dry ingredients until smooth. Fold in 1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles. Pour into pan and bake 22 to 25 minutes. Cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting:
- Beat butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and pinch of salt. Mix until fluffy.
- Cut Cake:
- Once cooled, cut cake into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes.
- Assemble Wraps:
- Lay out a tortilla. Spread a thin layer of frosting down the center. Add cake cubes, sprinkles, and marshmallows if desired.
- Roll & Serve:
- Roll up tightly, tucking in sides. Repeat for all wraps. Slice in half to serve, and drizzle with extra frosting and sprinkles if desired.
Pin It Making these cake wraps together has quickly become a joyful family tradition. Kids love helping with the sprinkles, and everyone gets involved in rolling up their own colorful creation.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer or whisk, cake pan, measuring cups and spoons, spatula, knife, and spoon are useful for preparing these wraps.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains wheat, eggs, and milk, and may contain soy. Always check ingredient labels for possible allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each serving has about 305 calories, 12 g fat, 46 g carbohydrates, and 4 g protein.
Pin It Slice and serve immediately for the best texture. For parties, invite guests to assemble their own for extra fun.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I prevent wraps from becoming soggy?
Ensure the funfetti cake cubes are fully cooled before assembling. Keep frosting layers thin, and serve wraps soon after preparing.
- → Can I use gluten-free ingredients?
Yes, substitute gluten-free flour in the cake and choose gluten-free tortillas for a suitable alternative.
- → How do I make the wraps more festive?
Use sprinkles in various colors or shapes to match party themes, and consider drizzling extra frosting on top.
- → Are mini marshmallows necessary?
Mini marshmallows are optional; they add extra texture and sweetness for a whimsical touch but can be omitted.
- → How should I store leftovers?
Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to two days to keep the wraps fresh and moist.
- → What beverages pair well?
Try serving with sparkling lemonade or sweet dessert wines for a delicious complementary treat.