Fluffy, SPRINKLE BIRTHDAY CAKE Muffins that taste just like birthday cake! This is a easy rainbow muffins recipe that is pretty and perfect for happy birthday parties and birthday breakfast. Kids LOVE these FUN birthday muffins!
Birthday Cake Sprinkle Muffins
These Birthday Cake Muffins are super fluffy, just like a birthday cake—and they taste just like it too! I fold sprinkles into the batter and then add extra sprinkles on top in the muffin pan for bright rainbow color all over. They’re basically Funfetti muffins, but in muffin form!
If you’re looking for a fun alternative to birthday cupcakes, bake a batch of these muffins instead. You won’t even miss the frosting with how sweet and delicious they are! Perfect for birthday celebrations, birthday breakfasts, or just adding a little cheer to your day. They also make a fun snack to share at work or school.
I love baking with sprinkles because they make everything more joyful! Some of my other favorite colorful treats include Sprinkled Butter Cookies, Sprinkle Sugar Cookie Bites, and Confetti Cake Batter Brownies—but now we’re adding a new member to the sprinkle family: Fluffy Birthday Muffins!
How to Store Them
Let your muffins cool completely, then store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, pop them in the freezer for up to 2 months—just thaw or warm them in the microwave for a few seconds, and they’re as soft and fluffy as when they came out of the oven!
I hope you enjoy these Birthday Cake Muffins!
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Sprinkle Birthday Cake Muffins
PrintIngredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter – melted
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup rainbow sprinkles + additional on top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Grease your muffin cup holder.
- In a bowl stir together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
- In a separate bowl stir together milk, butter, eggs, vanilla, lemon juice and vegetable oil.
- Add wet mixture into dry mixture and stir until combined.
- Add in 1 cup of rainbow sprinkles and gently mix with spoon to equally distribute them.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling them 2/3 of the way.
- Sprinkle additional rainbow sprinkles on top of each muffin
- Bake for 14-15 minutes or until slightly browned on the sides.
- Cool and enjoy
Sakinah says
This was a great recipe! I added chocolate chips and made it as mini muffins and it was perfect to bring to my son’s Kindergarten. Thanks so much. I love how the texture is more cakey than a muffin.
Amy says
These are great! Made a batch with my 4 year old and we both enjoyed them. Plus now I don’t have to buy the name brand full of junk 😁 Thanks for the simple but delicious recipe!
Alisa Goff says
I did cake batter extract instead of vanilla and my kids loved these!
Sheryl Krob says
Made this morning for Sunday School class . FANTASTIC
Mary Hampton says
Made these for birthday breakfast for my teen son. I loved how simple the recipe is—it came together in no time!
I put them in the Nordicware train cake muffin pan, and they actually came out of the pan better than any cake recipe has. I only used half a bottle of sprinkles (maybe 1/3 to 1/2 cup) and that was plenty. In the future I might add some mini chocolate chips, or white chips, for a little something extra, but I can see where these would be great for little kids. I’ll be keeping this recipe as a base for other experiments.
LisaJ says
This is probably the 5th time I made them since finding the recipe this summer. My entire family loves them!
Pamela says
Happy to hear these muffins are a hit. Thanks for commenting Lisa!
Noelle says
Every single time. My butter curdles my mix. I leave it sit. What the heck is happening!!
Mary Hampton says
Adding lemon juice to milk is one way to get a substitute for buttermilk. That curdling is actually supposed to happen in this recipe.
CRol says
Made them this morning . They’re pretty and delicious. Once the grandkids see and taste them , they’ll be regulars. Thanks
Pamela says
Glad you like the muffins! Hope the grandkids enjoy too! Thanks for commenting!
Lorraine says
Looking forward to making these. Is there an option to print the recipe?
Pamela says
Hey Lorraine, there is a print button on the recipe card. Let me know if you can’t find it!
Faye says
Thanks for the recipe. My almost 4yr old asked me to bake sprinkle muffins today and I found your recipe. Big hit here, I’ll be making them again for his birthday next month once we restock on sprinkles 😂
Pamela says
Hey Faye, thank you for commenting – this makes me so happy to hear! Keep on enjoying the muffins.. and happy early birthday to your son! 🙂
Steph says
Can i make these in mini muffin tins?
Pamela says
Hey Steph, you sure can, you just might need to adjust the time to 10-13 minutes. Enjoy the muffins! 🙂
Michelle Cope says
yes! I even think we could add almond extract to the recipe too!
Pamela says
Enjoy these muffins Michelle! I just made them for my daughter’s birthday today!
Jamie says
I made these. Very easy recipe but not a a ton of flavor. Any suggestions? You think I could try this with chocolate chips too?
Chas says
This is right up my kid’s alley. We are going to have to make these. Pinned! Great job and thanks for sharing on To Grandma’s House We Go!
Crysta says
Aw! How adorable and FUN! They look moist and yummy, I’ll have to save the post to try them the next time I am making treats with the kiddos. Thanks for the share!
Catheryn says
Do you know temp and time if I want to make mini miffins?
Chloe Henline says
Just took them out of the oven. They look perfect! Can not wait to dig in!
Pamela says
Hey Chloe, this makes me so happy to hear! Dig in and enjoy!
Kerry McMahon says
I just made these for my daughter’s 3rd birthday, to bring into school. I wanted something fun but not with a ton of icing 🙂 These are delicious! I actually doubled the recipe and added 1 cup of Fage 2% yogurt for added moistness. It made 24 regular sized muffins plus about 15-16 mini muffins! Delicious. Thank you for this recipe!
I am curious if you’d made this into a chocolate recipe? and if so, did you just add X amout of cocoa? Thanks!
Pamela says
Hey Kerry, OOOOO I love the idea of adding yogurt for a more moist muffin! YUM! This is my favorite chocolate chip muffin recipe: https://brooklynfarmgirl.com/2014/02/16/fluffy-chocolate-chip-muffins/ – hope you give them a try! Thanks for commenting!
Antonia (Zoale) says
My kids would be over the moon for these! I am saving this for a special treat. Thank you for bringing your yummy and festive treats to Fiesta Friday!
Akaleistar says
Those birthday cake muffins are so fun!
Kerryanne says
You don’t have to be a kid to LOVE these Pamela. I’ve pinned this recipe for the big kids in my life.
Thank you for sharing at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I’m delighted to be featuring this recipe at tomorrow’s party. xx
Lesan Lucas says
We had a snow day today and we made these for our (almost!) 7 year old. We had no eggs (how on earth did that happen?!?) and ended up blending 3/4 cup of cottage cheese to replace them and the oil. They turned out amazingly delicious!!!! Definitely will be making them again! Thanks so much!
Jhuls @ The Not So Creative Cook says
Birthdays should always involve sprinkles! These look so pretty. I am sure they are delicious! Thanks for sharing, Pamela.
Monika Dabrowski says
These are no doubt every child’s favourite party treat, they look so cute! Thank you for bringing your lovely muffins to FF:)m
Mary | My Spaghetti Head says
These look so fun and yummy! I love Sprinkles!!!
Linda Barnby | Friends Over Fifty Guide To Life says
These are so very tempting! I could bite into one right now.
Leslie says
OMG this is so much fun! I’m a big kid and love pretty much anything with sprinkles. Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!
Jelica says
You had me at sprinkles! How fun are these? They look delicious and I love all the fun colours that sprinkles add to a dessert 🙂
Natalie A says
These are so very cute and colorful! They would be perfect for a birthday party! I pinned this recipe! I hope to try them out because I love confetti!
Emily says
Cute Birthday Cake muffins! I have never heard of this idea before and I love it! Totally going to try. Also, beautiful food photography.
Have a great day!
Emily
http://www.fortuitousfoodies.com/
Sandra L Garth says
These would brighten up any occasion! Thanks for joining us again at Celebrate Your Story, have a great weekend.
Kristin @ Peppermints and Cherries says
Pinning this cute and colorful idea! Visiting from Friday at the Fire Station and I followed you on Pinterest and Facebook!