Description

This vibrant strawberry sheet cake combines a moist, tender crumb with a luscious jam-swirled cream cheese frosting. It is an effortless, one-pan dessert that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh berries, making it the perfect treat for any weekday or gathering.

Ingredients

340g strawberries (roughly 2 cups, fresh or thawed)
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup milk
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional: pink gel food coloring
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup strawberry jam
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Pinch of salt
Fresh sliced strawberries for garnish

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract for about 2 minutes until smooth and glossy.
Puree the strawberries in a food processor, then whisk the puree and milk into the wet ingredients until combined.
Sift in the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then gently whisk until the flour streaks just disappear.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before making the frosting.
Whisk the softened cream cheese, strawberry jam, sugar, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt on medium-low speed until silky.
Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and top with sliced fresh strawberries before serving.

Notes

To ensure the best texture, make sure your eggs and milk are at room temperature so they emulsify properly with the fats. If you are using frozen strawberries for the puree, drain any excess liquid after thawing to prevent the batter from becoming too thin.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American