Description
A delightful Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake with moist layers, sweet strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup whipped cream
- Strawberry syrup (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a sheet cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Pour in the milk and add the vanilla extract, mixing well.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine this dry mixture into the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
7. Once cooled, spread the whipped cream generously over the top of the cake.
8. Arrange the sliced strawberries on top and drizzle with strawberry syrup if desired.
9. Slice and serve to enjoy this delightful dessert!
Notes
Can substitute whipped cream with a dairy-free option or use different berries if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg