
Vanilla Sheet Cake Recipe
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Vanilla Sheet Cake Recipe
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This vanilla sheet cake is my go-to cake for any party. It's super simple to make with just 10 ingredients and it tastes absolutely delicious.
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Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 cup milk
- 2 egg whites
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted (2 sticks)
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
For the Vanilla Buttercream
- 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature (2 sticks)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- Rainbow sprinkles optional, for garnish
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12x17-inch XL baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray the sides with nonstick spray.
- Add the milk, egg whites, eggs, butter, sour cream, and vanilla extract to a medium-sized bowl and stir to combine.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda together.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
- While the cake is baking, make the frosting. Using a hand mixer, beat the butter until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla and mix again until combined
- Add a cup of powdered sugar at a time and mix after each addition until smooth. Wait to frost the cake until it has fully cooled.
- Sprinkle some sprinkles on top of the cake before the frosting dries, if desired, then slice and serve.
Notes
- Storage: Store vanilla sheet cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Nutritional information does not include optional ingredients.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1slice
Calories
553kcal
(28%)
Carbohydrates
76g
(25%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
27g
(42%)
Saturated Fat
16g
(80%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
94mg
(31%)
Sodium
94mg
(4%)
Potassium
78mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
59g
(118%)
Vitamin A
843IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
0.03mg
(0%)
Calcium
55mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 15slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 553 kcal
% Daily Value*
Serving | 1slice | |
Calories | 553kcal | 28% |
Carbohydrates | 76g | 25% |
Protein | 4g | 8% |
Fat | 27g | 42% |
Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
Sodium | 94mg | 4% |
Potassium | 78mg | 2% |
Fiber | 1g | 4% |
Sugar | 59g | 118% |
Vitamin A | 843IU | 17% |
Vitamin C | 0.03mg | 0% |
Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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