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Best Strawberry Sheet Cake

A delightful cake that tastes like strawberry shortcake, making it the perfect dessert for celebrations and everyday enjoyment.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute 1:1 gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Swap part for coconut sugar for deeper notes.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Gives lift.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Wet Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly Use coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature Help structure and moisture.
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%) Or almond milk for a dairy-free cake.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Rounds flavors.
  • 1.5 cups fresh strawberries, pureed You can use frozen, thawed and drained.
  • Zest of 1 lemon Optional, for a bright lift.
  • 0.5 cup strawberry jam Optional brush for extra gloss.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13x18-inch sheet pan. Line with parchment for easy removal.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the sugar and melted butter until smooth and glossy. Add eggs one at a time, beating lightly. Stir in vanilla and lemon zest.
  4. Alternate adding the dry mix and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
  5. Fold in the fresh strawberry puree until the batter is evenly pink.
Baking
  1. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the center springs back and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. The kitchen will smell amazing!
  3. Optional: warm the strawberry jam and brush it over the hot cake for a glossy finish.
Serving
  1. Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar or spread a simple whipped vanilla frosting.
  2. Slice into generous squares and enjoy.

Notes

For a textured twist, fold in chopped strawberries before baking. For frosting, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.