These Cake Batter Bars are chockfull of sprinkles and cake batter flavor! They are easy to make with the help of a cake mix.
Hey y’all, how’s your week going so far? This has honestly been kind of a tough week for my family. It started Saturday when my son woke up in the middle of the night throwing up. It took nearly three days for him to get better, but when Monday rolled around we thought he was well enough to go out to dinner for my birthday.
We made it to my favorite restaurant and were sitting outside waiting when my husband suddenly started to look very flushed. He told me that he wasn’t feeling well and that we probably needed to leave right away. We handed back our pager and loaded everyone back in the car to head home. Less than five minutes down the road, my sweet baby girl started throwing up in her carseat. And my husband shortly followed suit.
I spent the next couple of days caring for everyone, setting aside birthday and anniversary celebrations for hopefully a less sick day. On Tuesday on my way to pick up our son from school, I got a speeding ticket. I’m still really upset about it because I HONESTLY was not going as fast as he clocked me for. At the most I was going 45, but he claims to have clocked me at 52, which is 17 over the posted speed limit. I NEVER drive that fast. That was our anniversary. 🙁
And just when I thought I had escaped the stomach flu myself, I woke up green at the gills early Wednesday morning. My husband had to go back to work that day, so I had to make do taking care of the kids and dealing with the sickness. Let me just say, I was missing my mama terribly that day. I know if I wasn’t so far away she would’ve been here in a heartbeat to help out.
So that’s been my week. I’m glad it’s almost over! And to celebrate the fact that it’s Friday and the week is coming to an end, I’ve got these fun and delicious Cake Batter Bars for you today. I originally shared these over at Kenarry: Ideas for the Home a couple of weeks ago while Carrie was here sharing her S’mores Chocolate Fudge Cake. Make sure to check it out if you haven’t had a chance to yet, it’s totally mouth-watering.
Now if you enjoy the flavor of cake batter, then you are going to love these Cake Batter Bars. They are the epitome of fun, since they are full of colorful sprinkles, plus they are just downright delicious. I make these with coconut oil, which gives them a wonderful texture and flavor. I have to immediately give away about half of the pan every time I make these, or else my husband and I are bound to plow through the entire thing within a 24 hour period. I wish I was kidding!
These would make a perfect birthday dessert for packing in your kiddo’s lunch, or for taking to school for class treats. Honestly, they make for a great anytime treat, and I hope you enjoy them. 🙂
Cake Batter Bars
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/3 cup sprinkles
- 1/3 cup coconut oil,, melted
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8x8 baking pan and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix and sprinkles. Stir in coconut oil, milk, and egg, mixing well to combine. Stir in white chocolate chips. Batter will be thick.
- Spread batter into prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack before cutting. Enjoy!
Claudia says
Can I use funfetti cake mix for this recipe?
Ellie Glassemonty says
Thank you! I just loved this recipe!
Marry says
Thank you
Cindy @ A Uniquely Edible Magic says
Thank you for sharing this recipe even in the midst of such a terrible week! They certainly brightened mine.
SHANIKA says
These Bars look so fun and delicious! I can see myself making these with my son!
Natalie says
What a great idea for summer vacation – such a delicious treat to make with kids!
Jamie says
Such a creative idea! I love all the sprinkles in here and how it’s made with coconut oil!
Sara says
These look really great! I love that they start with a box mix to make an unforgettable treat without too much fuss!
Katherine Hackworthy says
That is probably a week you’d like to forget, I hope you’re all better now and that celebrations are back on the cards.
Loving these cake cars, so pretty and sound delicious. Just right for a pick me up, and would be great for a party.
Cliona Keane says
These are heaven! What a fun idea to switch up cake!
Danielle says
What a great idea. I might make these for a birthday party at the weekend. Loving all the colours!
Veena Azmanov says
Have to try these Bars for my Kids. They look delicious and moist.Sure to try them soon
Natalie says
These bars look so delicious! Great for birthdays!
Tonia from TheGunnySack says
Oh no! That stomach flu is going around like crazy! These bars do look amazing though!
Heather / girlichef says
Oh man, I’m so sorry – that was a rough week. 🙁 Well, I hope it’s all past now…and these bars definitely go a long way towards making everything better, they look SO good. Happy belated birthday!
Kelley says
I hope next week is like a million bajillion times better then this week. Boo to this week! Hooray for cake batter bars though 🙂
Andi@wearychef.com says
Ashlyn, I’m sorry you guys were all so sick! That is so sad, especially on what should have been a fun and special week. I hope you are all better now and you have some belated celebrations. These cute bars would be a good start!
Ashlyn says
Thank you, Andi! We have all pretty much recovered and are going to attempt some do-overs this weekend. I’m ready for the cake we all missed this week!
Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says
mmmmm… cake batter. Pretty sure it needs to be its own food group!
Ashlyn says
YES! I so agree, Krista! 🙂
DEANNa luck says
These look amazing!! Definitely going to try these. I’m so sorry about your week. I hope everyone feels better soon, and you get to celebrate your birthday and anniversary. 🙂
Ashlyn says
Thank you so much, Deanna! I think all of us are so glad it’s finally Friday. We are going to try and go to Monkey Pod this weekend to make up for all of it. Hope all of you are doing great! 🙂
Beth says
Ashlyn, it sounds like you’ve had a rough week! I’m so sorry, but cake batter makes everything better!
Ashlyn says
Thanks girl! And yes, these definitely help for sure! 🙂