Strawberry Sheet Cake

Make this easy Strawberry Sheet Cake made with fresh strawberry jam with the perfect strawberry flavor. This recipe is even more enjoyable because of the meringue icing instead of a cream cheese frosting. If you love both strawberry cake and creamy meringue, make this recipe right away.

Favorite Strawberry Cake From Scratch

Making cakes from scratch is something I thought was so hard to do but when I started making my own, it changed my mind and now I keep making some even just for my sweet cravings.

I am sharing with you my favorite recipe for strawberry cake because I also want to promote making small batches for those who live alone, live with their partner, or even for students who want to try making desserts for themselves. Trust me, after making this recipe, you will not be able to stop and keep on making it.

Delicious Strawberry Puree or Strawberry Jam

For this recipe, I am using homemade strawberry jam instead of fresh strawberries to make it a more creative and fun way of making. Using strawberry jam will not make this cake less flavorful because the jam I use is literally made from fresh strawberries. They are even more flavorful than the fresh ones because I already customized the flavor.

The flavor of the strawberry jam matches perfectly with the cake because it makes the cake base moist making it a perfectly sweet strawberry-flavored cake.

How To Make The Strawberry Frosting?

This recipe uses a meringue icing instead of traditional strawberry cream cheese frosting because it is light, airy, and perfect for the cake without overpowering the strawberry flavor. To make the frosting recipe, simply whisk egg whites together with a simple syrup or sugar until it turns fluffy and foamy. Super simple, right?

I use meringue because it is fluffy and sweet but not too much so whenever I make fruit cakes, meringue icing is one of my top choices because it matches perfectly with the flavor of any fruit.

Easy Instructions for Making Strawberry Sheet Cake Recipe

Making this sheet cake is pretty easy and quick because this is a smaller batch than most of the times we make huge cakes for occasions. Just simply prepare the ingredients and equipment and you are good to go. Let us start.

Must-Have Tools for Your Kitchen:

• Kitchen Machine: A stand mixer helps whip up your cake batter so that everything is well mixed without too much effort.
• Baking Tray: Since this is a small-batch cake, a small-sized baking tray is perfect.
• Parchment Paper: Lining your baking sheet pan with parchment paper will prevent the cake from sticking, making cleanup much easier.
• Spatula: A spatula is perfect for spreading the frosting and scraping down the sides of your mixing bowl so you do not waste any batter or frosting.

Key Ingredients:

• Eggs: Eggs help bind the ingredients together and give the cake its structure.
• Sugar: Use sugar to add the right amount of sweetness to balance the tartness of the strawberries.
• Almond Flour: Almond flour gives the cake a soft, tender crumb. Use this as the cake flour to make it gluten-free.
• Baking Powder: Use this to help the cake rise and stay fluffy.
• Water: A little water helps to thin out the batter, making it easier to pour into the tray.
• Oil: Use some oil to keep the cake moist without making it too dense.
• Vanilla Extract: A splash of vanilla brings out the natural sweetness of the strawberries.
• Strawberry Jam: You can use either store-bought or homemade strawberry jam for this recipe.
• Meringue Icing: You will need this for topping the strawberry cake.
• Strawberry Powder: Use fresh strawberry powder to top your cake with it.

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

Detailed Directions for Fresh Strawberry Sheet Cake

One: Prepare Ingredients

Prepare all the ingredients needed for this recipe. This is a small-batch cake, but make sure you have all the ingredients. Ensure the eggs are at room temperature and separate the egg whites from the yolks. For the sugar, you can choose whatever you like.

The rest of the ingredients, such as the dry ingredients, strawberry powder, and jam, can be placed in small containers for easy preparation.

Two: Egg Whites and Egg Yolks

Prepare your stand mixer. Start placing the egg whites and whisk until you see a foamy and fluffy texture. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar.

Three: Combine the Mixtures

After whisking the egg yolks and sugar, do not remove them from the mixer. Add the whisked egg whites into the bowl and mix on low setting until they are fully combined. This way, the cake mix will have a light consistency and a perfect result.

Four: Add the Rest of the Ingredients

Start adding the rest of the ingredients while combining the first two mixtures. Make sure to blend them in.

Once they are all mixed, prepare the cake pan with parchment paper and start pouring the cake mix onto the pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes at 320 degrees Fahrenheit or 160 degrees Celsius.

Five: Add The Jam Filling

After baking the cake, you can check its doneness by getting a toothpick inserted. Once it is good, let it cool before doing the next steps.

Make small holes in the cake using a wooden stick to help the strawberry jam get directly into the cake. Do this to add more moisture and strawberry flavor.

After making small holes, cut the cake into half and spread the strawberry jam on one half of the cake. After spreading, place the other half on top to make a two layer cake.

Six: Add the Meringue Icing

On top of the cake, add some more strawberry jam and follow by adding the meringue icing making sure it covers up the whole cake.

For the finishing part, add the strawberry powder by placing it into a sieve. Sprinkle it all over the cake and enjoy your strawberry cake.

Pro Tips for Best Results

• If you have more than enough strawberry powder, you can add a bit to the strawberry cake mix before baking to add a red color and more flavor.
• Making the strawberry jam at home is very convenient as you can control the flavor and how much you want to add to your cake. It is easy to make and you can make a lot of other desserts with it.
• Make sure to cool the cake first before adding fillings or frosting, otherwise, it will melt and slide off.

Common Questions Answered

What Are the Perfect Pairings for this Strawberry Cake Recipe?

There are a lot of ways you can serve your strawberry cakes and there are so many you can pair with it. Try to pair it with a cup of tea or a glass of cold milk for a chill sweet snack or breakfast. You can also serve it with a scoop of strawberry ice cream or some pudding cups for the perfect dessert.

I also like having this cake with fresh berries or dried fruits like dried blueberries and cranberries. If you are a fruit lover, make sure to try these pairings.

What Are the Proper Storage Tips for Strawberry Cake?

Store this cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The meringue will hold up well, but you will want to enjoy the cake within a few days for the best flavor.

Additional Recipes You’ll Love

For more desserts made in small batches, you can check out more of our homemade recipes here.

Try this vanilla loaf cake which is one of my favorite cake recipes aside from this strawberry cake and easy mug cake. Every cake I make is only in small batches but I make sure that they are delicious and addicting. Try them at home if you are craving for some sweets.

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