Description
This Strawberry-Infused Sheet Cake is a delightful treat that showcases the fresh, vibrant flavor of strawberries, paired with a creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any celebration or as a sweet everyday indulgence, this cake is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup pureed fresh strawberries (about 1/2 cup strawberries blended)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the pureed strawberries until evenly distributed.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and adjust the consistency with milk if needed.
- Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh strawberries if desired.
- Serve:
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, you can mix a bit of strawberry jam into the frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes