Ingredients:
For the Cake:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
For the Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
4 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2-4 tbsp whole milk or heavy cream (to achieve desired consistency)
Instructions:
For the Cake:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch sheet cake pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Frosting:
1. Make the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, alternating with a little milk to reach the desired frosting consistency. Stir in the vanilla extract.
2. Frost the Cake: Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
3. Serve: Slice and enjoy your delicious vanilla sheet cake!
This vanilla sheet cake is soft, moist, and perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or just a treat to enjoy anytime!