This is one of those recipes I pull out when someone’s had a rough day… or a great one… or just because it’s Tuesday and we all need something fun. It tastes exactly like birthday cake — sweet, creamy, and a little nostalgic — and it comes together in minutes.

The best part? You can dress it up with whipped cream and sprinkles, or keep it simple and sip it straight from the blender. Either way, it’s pure joy in a glass.

Ingredients

• 2 cups vanilla ice cream

• ¾ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)

• 2 tbsp yellow cake mix (dry, from the box)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tbsp rainbow sprinkles (plus extra for topping)

• Whipped cream for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. Add ice cream, milk, cake mix, vanilla, and sprinkles to a blender.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Pour into two glasses, top with whipped cream and more sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately.

Sarah’s Tips

• Want extra cake flavor? Use cake batter-flavored ice cream if you can find it.

• For a dairy-free version, use almond milk and a non-dairy vanilla ice cream — still sweet and creamy.

• Make it mini for kids’ birthday parties or serve with candles for a fun twist on a classic cake.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 360

• Protein: 6g

• Carbs: 45g

• Fat: 18g

• Fiber: 0g

• Sugar: 35g