Description
This Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake is the ultimate easy dessert for any occasion—perfect as a quick breakfast treat, easy dinner dessert, or crowd-pleasing party cake. Featuring a soft vanilla sponge, fluffy whipped cream, and juicy strawberries, this easy recipe brings together fresh flavors and simple steps.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk room temperature
4 cups fresh strawberries sliced
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
2 cups heavy whipping cream chilled
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Slice strawberries, mix with sugar and lemon juice, and let sit for 30 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch pan.
3. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing gently.
7. Pour batter into pan and bake 30–35 minutes. Cool completely.
8. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
9. Spread whipped cream over cake and top with strawberries.
10. Chill for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and better texture.
Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake soft and fluffy.
Add strawberries just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, sheet cake, easy dessert, summer dessert