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Strawberry Sheet Cake

Strawberry Sheet Cake

This Strawberry Sheet Cake is light, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Sweet Moments
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 4 large eggs they help provide a light and fluffy texture.
  • 1 cup canola or vegetable oil adds moisture and richness.
  • 15 ounces white cake mix the foundation of your cake.
  • 3 ounces strawberry gelatin enhances the strawberry flavor.
  • ½ cup hot water helps dissolve the gelatin.
For the Frosting
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened, creates a creamy frosting.
  • 3 cups confectioners' sugar sweetens and thickens the frosting.
  • 3 tablespoons finely diced fresh strawberries adds delightful freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • 9 x 13 x 2 inch pan
  • Wire rack

Method
 

How to Make Strawberry Sheet Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl until they are frothy.
  3. Combine oil with the beaten eggs and mix well.
  4. Blend in the cake mix gradually until just combined.
  5. Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in the hot water until fully mixed.
  6. Add the gelatin mixture to the batter and mix until smooth.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased 9 x 13 x 2 pan.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
  9. Cool the cake completely on a wire rack.
  10. Beat the softened butter until smooth and fluffy.
  11. Gradually add confectioners' sugar, mixing well.
  12. Incorporate diced strawberries and vanilla extract into the frosting.
  13. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Garnish with additional fresh strawberries for an extra pop of color and flavor.

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