Vanilla Sheet Cake Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    15 slices

  • Calories

    553 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Vanilla Sheet Cake Recipe

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

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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
  • 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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12x17-inch XL baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray the sides with nonstick spray.
  2. Add the milk, egg whites, eggs, butter, sour cream, and vanilla extract to a medium-sized bowl and stir to combine.
  3. In a separate large bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda together.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir just until combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
  7. 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
  8. 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.
  9. 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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