This Funfetti Sourdough Bread is soft, colorful, slightly sweet, and perfect for birthdays, brunch, or whenever you want something fun and homemade. Made with sourdough starter and rainbow sprinkles, this loaf has a fluffy texture with a delicious bakery-style flavor everyone loves.
It’s the perfect mix of classic sourdough and sweet funfetti cake vibes.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Soft and fluffy texture
- Uses sourdough starter
- Fun and colorful inside
- Perfect for kids and parties
- Easy homemade sweet bread recipe
Ingredients
Dough
- 3 cups bread flour
- ½ cup active sourdough starter
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons softened butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
Mix-Ins
- ⅓ cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies work best)
Optional Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Extra sprinkles for topping
Instructions
Step 1: Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, combine sourdough starter, warm milk, sugar, egg, butter, and vanilla extract.
Add flour and salt. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 2: Add Sprinkles
Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles. Avoid overmixing to prevent colors from bleeding.
Step 3: First Rise
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 4–6 hours, or until doubled in size.
Step 4: Shape and Second Rise
Shape the dough into a loaf and place it into a greased loaf pan.
Cover and let rise again for 1–2 hours.
Step 5: Bake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Step 6: Add Glaze
Let the bread cool completely. Mix powdered sugar and milk to make a glaze, then drizzle over the loaf and top with extra sprinkles.
Tips
- Use jimmies-style sprinkles for best results.
- Don’t overproof the dough or the loaf may collapse.
- This bread tastes amazing lightly toasted.
Final Thoughts
Funfetti Sourdough Bread is soft, sweet, colorful, and guaranteed to make everyone smile. Whether you bake it for kids, birthdays, or just for fun, this recipe turns simple sourdough into something truly special.
