Vanilla Sheet Cake

Vanilla sheet cake with vanilla buttercream is a classic and crowd-pleasing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The moist and tender vanilla cake is complemented by a rich and creamy vanilla buttercream frosting. This cake is simple yet elegant, making it a versatile choice for birthdays, parties, or any special celebration.

Ingredients:

• Cake

  • 2 & 1/2 cups (250g) cake flour, sifted
  • 1 & 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 & 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large whole eggs, room temperature
  • 2 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (60g) sour cream, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (188ml) milk, room temperature

  Buttercream

  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • seeds of 1 vanilla bean or 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 4 cups (500g) powdered sugar
  • Sprinkles for decorating
  • 4–6 tbsp milk or cream