We love all things frosting around here, so the fact that there’s an entire section devoted to various frostings brings out all sorts of happy feelings (as well as all the fat pants, but that’s another post.) And while sprinkles taste basically like nothing, I am so attracted to them–like, if you give me a plain ice cream cone and one with sprinkles, I’ll pick the sprinkles every time even if there is literally no discernible taste difference. I’m a simple girl…all I want is for someone to do my dishes and bring me food with sprinkles on it. This recipe for Cake Batter Frosting basically has everything you need in life–butter, powdered sugar, cream, sprinkles. Oh, and cake mix because for whatever reason, cake and brownie batter is irresistible.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the butter on medium speed until smooth. Turn the speed to low and add the cake mix, powdered sugar, and cream, mixing until just combined. Turn the speed back up to medium and beat for an addition minute, until the frosting is smooth and creamy. Add the sprinkles and mix on low until incorporated.
Now…if you’re one of those people who say, “Frosting is just too sweet for me,” this frosting probably isn’t for you. If you’re one of those people who say, “I love frosting and I love cake batter,” this frosting is definitely for you.
Spread onto graham crackers, Nilla Wafers, or your finger.
Whatever. WE’RE TALKING ABOUT RAINBOW SPRINKLES HERE, all rules go out the window. Makes 1 1/2 cups frosting.
