How to Make Strawberry Frosted Strawberry Sheet Cake
Step 1: Prepare the Strawberries
Start by making your strawberry puree. Blend fresh strawberries until smooth. You’ll use some for the cake and a little for the frosting later.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy — about 2–3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and strawberry puree.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Alternate adding the flour mixture and buttermilk into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. (Don’t overmix — this keeps the cake soft and tender.)
Step 5: Bake
Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch sheet pan and smooth the top. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely before frosting.
🍓 Make the Strawberry Frosting
While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. Beat butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, followed by strawberry puree, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Mix until fluffy and perfectly spreadable.
If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.
Spread the frosting generously over the cooled cake, then sprinkle with crushed freeze-dried strawberries for a pretty, textured finish.
💡 Tips for the Perfect Strawberry Cake
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Use fresh strawberries — they give the best flavor and natural color.
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For extra strawberry punch, add a spoonful of strawberry jam to both the batter and the frosting.
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Chill the cake for 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
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Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days — if it lasts that long!
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
This Strawberry Frosted Strawberry Sheet Cake is the definition of sweet simplicity. It’s soft, light, and full of flavor, with a frosting so creamy you’ll want to eat it by the spoonful. The bright color and fruity aroma make it a showstopper for birthdays, brunches, or any occasion that deserves a little sweetness.
One bite, and you’ll understand why strawberry lovers call this their new favorite cake. 🍓✨
