Funfetti Buttercream Frosting

This Funfetti Buttercream Frosting is light, fluffy, and full of classic vanilla flavor with colorful sprinkles folded throughout. It’s easy to make, ready in minutes, and perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and birthday treats.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: funfetti frosting, funfetti frosting recipe, homemade sprinkle frosting, Rainbow frosting, Rainbow sprinkle frosting, vanilla buttercream

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings: cups

Ingredients

▢ 1 cup unsalted butter very soft
▢ 2¾ –3 cups powdered sugar sifted
▢ 2½ tsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
▢ ¼ tsp fine sea salt
▢ 3 –4 tbsp heavy cream
▢ ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

Add softened butter to a large mixing bowl and whip on medium-high speed for 3–4 minutes until pale, fluffy, and smooth.
Reduce speed to low and gradually add powdered sugar, about ½ cup at a time.
Add vanilla and salt, then increase speed to medium and beat until combined.
With mixer on low, drizzle in heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Optional: Chill frosting for 10 minutes before adding sprinkles.
Gently fold in sprinkles by hand using a spatula.
Use immediately or store as directed.