What jam should I use?

You can use any jam you like! However, I use and recommend Smucker's strawberry jam . You could also use homemade jam!

Can you use strawberry preserves in cake batter?

I have not tried it, but I believe you could. Especially if that is all you have on hand or is available at the store! Strawberry preserves have whole or larger pieces of fruit, while jam is mashed fruit. So I would just recommend mashing the preserves into a more jam like consistency in order to get the best results!

Can I use round cake pans instead?

Yes, totally! Then you could turn this easy sheet cake into a layer cake. However, you would have to play around with the baking times. I would start with baking for 15 minutes and checking the status and then adjust accordingly. You can use the toothpick trick to be sure your cakes are done!

Why is my strawberry cream cheese frosting runny?

Your frosting could be runny if either your butter or cream cheese are too soft before mixing. To fix the problem, I recommend placing the frosting in the fridge to solidify a little further. You could also try adding more powdered sugar!

Can cream cheese frosting be left out overnight?

No, cream cheese frosting can not be left out overnight. It is okay to have the frosting out for an hour or two while serving, but after that it should be moved to the refrigerator for best storage.

How do I best store this recipe?

You can store this sheet pan frosted cake recipe in an airtight container in the fridge. You could also simply cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil!

How long will strawberry cake last in the fridge?

The strawberry cake will last about 5 days in the fridge! Although leftover cake will be most delicious, fresh, and moist within the first 2-3.

Strawberry Jam Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Description

Strawberry Jam Sheet Cake is a light, fluffy, and delicious homemade cake recipe! Complete with a rich strawberry cream cheese frosting and fresh strawberries on top … this easy cake is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth craving. Full of sweet strawberry flavor in every bite, this simple recipe is perfect for summer entertaining!

Ingredients

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Strawberry Jam Sheet Cake

3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup white sugar
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk, whole
1/2 cup strawberry jam (*see notes)
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
3 tsp baking powder
2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
Optional: Red Food Dye

Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1/3 cup + 1 tbsp strawberry jam
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Set the oven to 350 degrees.
Then add the butter and sugar to a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat with an electric mixer or paddle attachment until light and fluffy.
Next add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture. Beating until just combined after each addition.
In a separate large bowl combine the dry ingredients – all purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Then to a separate medium bowl, add the milk and strawberry jam. Whisk to combine.
Add the flour mixture and strawberry milk to the cake batter alternatively. Start and end with the flour mixture and beat until combined after each addition. (Flour-Milk-Flour-Milk-Flour)
Optional: Add red food dye until the batter becomes a pink color.
Next stir in the vanilla extract.
Transfer the cake batter to a 9×13 sheet pan. Spread evenly. Bake for 30 minutes.
While the cake is baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting. Add the cream cheese and butter to a large mixing bowl. Beat until combined. Then add in the strawberry jam, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat again until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients get combined evenly.
Remove the cake from the oven and cool completely. Then top the cake with the cream cheese frosting, extra jam, and fresh strawberries on top. (See the post for additional cake decorating tips.)
Enjoy!

Notes

Mix the strawberry jam thoroughly before measuring out to be most exact.

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