Go Back
Moist and fluffy Easy Sheet Cake Vanilla topped with whipped buttercream frosting.

Easy Vanilla Sheet Cake

A soft and forgiving sheet cake filled with classic vanilla flavor, perfect for potlucks and quick celebrations.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with cake flour for a lighter texture.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar For sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder For rise
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt To balance sweetness
  • 4 large eggs For richness and binding
  • 1 cup milk For moisture
  • 0.5 cup butter or neutral oil For flavor and moisture
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract For flavor
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter, softened For buttercream frosting
  • 4 cups powdered sugar To sweeten frosting
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream To adjust frosting consistency
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract To flavor frosting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large sheet pan or 9x13 pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center springs back when lightly tapped.
  3. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing to combine.
  3. Add milk and vanilla extract, mixing until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
  4. Spread the frosting on the cooled cake and decorate as desired.

Notes

For best results: grease your pan thoroughly and consider adding parchment paper. Let ingredients sit at room temperature for smoother mixing. Store covered if not serving immediately to maintain moisture.