Strawberry Sheet Cake
This Strawberry Sheet Cake is a light and flavorful dessert, made with fresh strawberries to bring out the natural sweetness in every bite. It's simple to prepare, yet deliciously impressive. With a fluffy, moist texture and creamy frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries pureed
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp strawberry flavoring or strawberry puree optional for extra flavor
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh strawberries sliced
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles
Instructions
Prepare the Strawberry Puree:
- Wash and hull 1 cup of fresh strawberries.
- Blend the strawberries in a blender until smooth to create a strawberry puree. Set aside.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Set aside.
Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add Eggs and Wet Ingredients:
- Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in 1 tsp of vanilla extract and the 1 cup of strawberry puree.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 1/2 cup of buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Bake the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pour the batter into a greased sheet pan (9x13 inch) and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the Cake:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Make the Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup softened butter and 8 oz softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add 4 cups powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add 1 tsp of strawberry flavoring or strawberry puree to the frosting for extra strawberry flavor (optional).
Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the cake with a spatula.
Add Optional Toppings:
- Decorate with fresh sliced strawberries, whipped cream, or sprinkles for a festive touch.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and enjoy your delicious strawberry sheet cake!
Notes
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 30g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 180mg
- Potassium: 90mg