Easy Patriotic Sheet Cake Recipe with Fresh Strawberry Blueberry Topping Perfect for Summer
A simple, colorful vanilla sheet cake topped with fresh strawberries and blueberries, perfect for summer gatherings and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box vanilla cake mix (Betty Crocker preferred)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled (optional for whipped topping)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional for whipped topping)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional for whipped topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray and lightly dust with flour.
- In a large bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, sour cream, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and cold water. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a rubber spatula.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the cake from the oven and cool completely on a cooling rack, about 45 minutes.
- While the cake cools, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes).
- Spread the whipped cream evenly over the cooled cake.
- Arrange the sliced strawberries and blueberries on top in a patriotic pattern. Optionally, sprinkle the berries lightly with granulated sugar and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure the cake is completely cooled before adding whipped cream to prevent sliding. Drain excess juice from berries if very juicy to avoid soggy cake. Room temperature eggs blend better for even texture. Whip cream until soft peaks form to avoid grainy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cak
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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