EASY GRADUATION SHEET CAKE RECIPE THAT FEEDS 30+ GUESTS FROM ONE PAN
This easy graduation sheet cake is soft, fluffy, and perfect for feeding a crowd. Made in one pan, it’s a simple celebration dessert ideal for parties, graduations, and big gatherings.
Equipment
- Half sheet pan (13x18 inch)
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Sheet Cake:
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- food coloring (optional)
For Decoration:
- sprinkles
- graduation-themed toppers
Instructions
Prepare Pan
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 13x18-inch sheet pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
Add Wet Ingredients
- Add eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix until smooth and lump-free.
Bake Cake
- Pour batter into pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool Cake
- Let cake cool completely before frosting.
Make Frosting
- Beat butter until fluffy. Add powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla until smooth and spreadable.
Decorate Cake
- Spread frosting evenly over cooled cake. Add sprinkles and graduation toppers.
Notes
- Party Size: Easily serves 30–40 guests depending on slice size.
- Flavor Options: Add lemon or almond extract for variation.
- Make Ahead: Bake cake a day before and frost before serving.
- Storage: Keep covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated up to 5 days.
- Decoration Tip: Use school colors for themed graduation design.