Description
The Cherry Sheet Cake Recipe is a delightful and moist dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. This cake features a light and fluffy cherry-infused base, complemented by a creamy almond buttercream frosting that elevates its flavor profile. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a family gathering, or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this cake is guaranteed to impress. With its vibrant color and irresistible taste, it’s not just a dessert—it’s the centerpiece of any table. Easy to make and serves up to 16 generous slices, this recipe makes it simple to share the joy with friends and family.
Ingredients
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- 1 package white cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 oz cherry Jell-O
- 10–12 oz maraschino cherries (drained)
- 1/4 cup butter (softened)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tsp almond extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blend maraschino cherries until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix white cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water until combined. Add cherry Jell-O mix and pureed cherries; stir.
- Pour batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for about 30 minutes; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting, cream butter and cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar, almond extract, and milk until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cake generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg