Sprinkles Beyond the Cake: Creative Uses for Your Favorite Sweet Treat
Sprinkles aren’t just for cakes anymore! In this post, we explore creative ways to use baking sprinkles in various treats beyond the cake. From sprinkles for your drinks to sprinkle on popcorn, these fun recipes will add color, texture, and sweetness to any dessert or snack. Whether you're looking for a sprinkle for cake or new ways to incorporate sprinkles into your favorite dishes, these ideas are sure to inspire your next baking adventure.
1. Egg Bubble Waffles or Pancakes
Start your day with a sprinkle of joy! Mix our Birthday Cake Candy Crumbs into your pancake or waffle batter to make breakfast more exciting. The candy crumbs melt slightly while cooking, leaving behind colorful streaks and a deliciously sweet bite. Top with syrup, ice cream, or extra sprinkles for an indulgent treat!
2. Sprinkle-Filled Chocolate Bark
Chocolate bark is a simple, yet versatile treat you can customize to your liking. Melt some Chocolate Deco Melts, spread it on a multi shapes chocolate bar silicone mold, and before it sets, sprinkle our Birthday Party Sprinkle Mix over the top. You can even mix in candy crumbs to enhance the flavors and textures.
3. Sprinkles on Popcorn
Give your movie night a touch of sweetness by tossing sprinkles into your popcorn. After coating the popcorn with melted chocolate, pour our Lovely Bow Sprinkle Mix and Heart Cotton Candy Mini Crackers on top. It's a fun, sweet, and crunchy treat that everyone will love!
4. Sprinkles in Frosting or Buttercream
While frosting is often used to decorate cakes and cupcakes, why not mix sprinkles directly into your buttercream or frosting? This works perfectly for funfetti cupcakes, or simply add a little extra flair to any frosted dessert.
5. Sprinkles for your drinks
Rim your cocktail glasses or milkshake mugs with sprinkles for a festive presentation. Dip the rim of the glass in a bit of syrup, then dip into our Bright Future Sprinkle Mix to create a fun, colorful edge.
6. Sprinkles on Cake Pops
After dipping your cake pops in candy melts, sprinkle our Disco Ball Candy Sprinkles and Stay Golden Sprinkle Mix on top. These sprinkles will make your cake pops stand out at any event.
7. Sprinkle-Topped Madeleine Cakes
Madeleines are delicate, shell-shaped French cakes that have a light, spongy texture. While they're traditionally enjoyed as is, why not elevate them with a touch of sprinkles? After baking, dip the ends of your Madeleines in a glaze or chocolate ganache, and then sprinkle them with our colorful jimmies sprinkles. This adds a delightful crunch and visual appeal, making them perfect for parties or tea time.
8. Sprinkle Pinwheel Cookies
Pinwheel cookies are known for their fun, spiral design, often made by layering different colored doughs. But what if you could add even more color and texture? After rolling out your dough and before rolling it up into pinwheels, you can sprinkle our nonpareils sprinkles on one side of the dough. When you roll it up, the sprinkles will be trapped inside, adding a burst of color and a delightful crunch to each bite.
9. Sprinkle-Topped Rice Krispie Treats
The easiest way to add sprinkles to your Rice Krispie treats is to sprinkle them on top before they set. Once you've pressed your mixture into the pan, generously add a handful of unique sprinkle mixes on top. Gently press them down to ensure they stick. This not only makes your treats look more vibrant but also gives a crunchy, sweet bite to each square.
10. Sprinkle-Topped Cinnamon Rolls
The simplest way to add sprinkles to your cinnamon rolls is by adding them on top of the glaze. Once the rolls have finished baking and are still warm, drizzle a generous amount of glaze over the top, and then sprinkle colorful jimmies, candy sprinkles, or even holiday-themed sprinkles for an extra burst of color. The sprinkles will give your cinnamon rolls a playful, celebratory look—perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just because!