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Neapolitan Sheet Cake with Buttercream


  • Author: Nicole Lopez
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 12 slices 1x

Description

Indulge in a delightful Neapolitan sheet cake that features three luscious layers of chocolate, creamy vanilla, and fruity strawberry, all topped with a silky buttercream frosting. Perfect for birthdays or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make cake is sure to impress and bring joy to any occasion. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, each slice is a celebration of nostalgia and sweetness.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¾ cup cocoa powder (for chocolate layer)
  • 1 tsp strawberry extract (for strawberry layer)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for vanilla layer)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 18x13-inch baking sheet.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter until fluffy. Gradually add sugar; beat until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in eggs one at a time along with milk and extracts until smooth.
  5. Divide batter into three bowls: mix cocoa powder into one for chocolate flavor, add strawberry extract into another for strawberry flavor, leave the last as plain vanilla.
  6. Spread each layer evenly onto the prepared sheet pan: chocolate on one side, vanilla in the middle, and strawberry on the other.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting with buttercream.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 392
  • Sugar: 36g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 54mg

Keywords: Customize by swapping flavor extracts or adding chocolate chips for extra texture. Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.