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Birthday Cake Crumbs

Birthday Cake Crumbs


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  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Description

Elevate your desserts with these delightful Birthday Cake Crumbs! Perfect for adding a fun, crunchy texture to any sweet treat or enjoying as a snack on their own, these colorful crumbs bring joy to birthdays and beyond. Whip them up in just 30 minutes and customize them with your favorite sprinkles or flavors. Whether sprinkled on ice cream, layered in parfaits, or used as a cupcake topping, these Birthday Cake Crumbs are a versatile addition to any dessert table.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound cake (store-bought or homemade)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

  1. If using store-bought cake, cut it into small cubes. For homemade, bake and cool according to your recipe, then crumble into small pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled cake with melted butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Mix until the cake is evenly coated.
  3. Gently fold in rainbow sprinkles until evenly distributed.
  4. Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared sheet.
  5. Bake for 10-15 minutes until lightly golden and crispy, stirring halfway through for even baking.
  6. Allow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 30g
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg