Description
This Classic Strawberry Sheet Cake with Glaze is a moist, tender dessert bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. Perfect for family gatherings, tea time, or any cozy occasion, this easy-to-follow recipe combines soft cake and a sweet glaze for a heartwarming treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2–3 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch pan.
- Puree strawberries in a blender and set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture.
- Fold in strawberry puree gently.
- Pour batter into pan and smooth top.
- Bake 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool 15 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Drizzle glaze before serving.
Notes
- Strain strawberry puree for smoother texture.
- Softened butter ensures tender cake.
- Adjust milk in glaze for perfect drizzle consistency.
- Store cake in the fridge up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 45