Confetti Birthday Cake Cheesecake

This birthday cheesecake has a confetti cake bottom with a layer of no bake cheesecake on top. It's the perfect birthday dessert with cheesecake and birthday cake all in one slice!

Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes + 3 hours cooling

Meet the Chef: Jenna Barnard

Jenna runs Butternut Bakery where she shares decadent dessert recipes. Whether you're looking for a classic recipe, or something new and unique, she has you covered. Jenna also includes a variety of desserts, from gluten free or vegan to traditional baked goods so everyone has a chance to indulge.

Servings

Confetti Cake

  • 1/3 cup Milk 1/3 cup Milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon White vinegar 1/2 teaspoon White vinegar
  • 3/4 cup All-purpose flour 3/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, room temperature 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, room temperature
  • C&H® Granulated Sugar 1/2 cup 1/2 cup C&H® Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 1 Large egg, room temperature 1 Large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup Rainbow sprinkles 1/3 cup Rainbow sprinkles

Cheesecake

  • 1 packet (2 ½ teaspoons) Unflavored gelatin 1 packet (2 ½ teaspoons) Unflavored gelatin
  • 1/4 cup Cold water 1/4 cup Cold water
  • 2 cups Cream cheese, room temperature 2 cups Cream cheese, room temperature
  • C&H® Granulated Sugar 3/4 cup 3/4 cup C&H® Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Heavy cream 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Rainbow sprinkles 1/2 cup Rainbow sprinkles

Buttercream Frosting

  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, room temperature 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, room temperature
  • C&H® Confectioners Sugar 1 1/2 cups 1 1/2 cups C&H® Confectioners Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2-3 teaspoons Milk 2-3 teaspoons Milk
  • 1/4 cup Rainbow sprinkles 1/4 cup Rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

Confetti Cake

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350F and coat a 9" springform pan in nonstick spray. Line the bottom with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

In a glass, add the whole milk and vinegar. Let it sit and curdle while you make the batter (this will act as our buttermilk).

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl using a hand or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, mix together the butter, C&H® Granulated Sugar, and oil until light, fluffy, and creamy.

Step 5

Scrape down the bowl and give it another mix.

Step 6

Add in the egg and vanilla and mix until smooth.

Step 7

Scrape down the bowl and give it another mix.

Step 8

Alternating between the milk and dry ingredients, add in half of the dry ingredients and mix. Then add all of the milk and mix until smooth. Finally mix in the remaining dry ingredients until well combined.

Step 9

Using a rubber spatula, fold in the sprinkles and pour the batter into your prepared pan. Spread it even and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick in the center comes out clean. The edges and top will turn a deep golden brown.

Step 10

Leave the cake in the pan and allow it to cool completely before making the cheesecake layer. You can speed up this process by placing it in the refrigerator uncovered for about 45 minutes.

No Bake Cheesecake

Step 1

In a small dish, mix together the gelatin and water. Let it sit and bloom while you prep the rest of the ingredients.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl using a hand or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, mix together the cream cheese and C&H® Granulated Sugar until smooth.

Step 3

Mix in the vanilla and then scrape down the bowl. Give it another mix.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the heavy cream with the mixer still running.

Step 5

Once smooth, place the gelatin mixture in the microwave for about 15 seconds to liquify. Slowly pour it into the cheesecake batter with the mixer running.

Step 6

Fold in the sprinkles and pour the batter over the cooled cake layer. Spread it even and place it in the refrigerator uncovered for at least 2 hours to set. For best results, once the cake has chilled for two hours, cover the cake with plastic wrap and let it chill overnight.

Buttercream

Step 1

Using a hand or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, mix together the butter and 1 cup C&H® Confectioners Sugar. Once smooth, add in the remaining C&H® Confectioners Sugar.

Step 2

Mix in the vanilla and the milk as needed. If it's too thick, add 2-3 teaspoons of milk. If it's the right consistency, leave out the milk.

Step 3

To release the cake, run a small knife all around the edge of the cake. Lift the springform ring and carefully remove the cake from the bottom plate (if you choose to do so) and transfer to a cake platter.

Step 4

Pipe on the buttercream and add the extra sprinkles on top. Allow the cake to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour for the best texture. Slice and enjoy!

Additional Tip

Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator when you place the cake in the oven. By the time the cake is baked and cooled, the cream cheese will be softened to the perfect consistency. This ensures a smooth and lump-free cheesecake layer.