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    12 Sheet Cake Recipes You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner!

    Published: Sep 18, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    You know how sometimes you just need a simple, easy dessert that still wows everyone? These sheet cake recipes are exactly what you’ve been missing. Whether you’re prepping for a party or just craving something sweet, these cakes are super easy to make and so satisfying. Trust me, once you try them, they’ll quickly become your go-to for any occasion!

    My Take On Paula Deen’s Gooey Butter Cake

    A slice of powdered sugar-dusted cake is on a grey ceramic plate with a silver fork. Nearby, a partially sliced cake rests in a baking dish, and a gold-rimmed dish containing additional powdered sugar sits on a cooling rack with a cloth. The setup is on a blue surface.
    My Take On Paula Deen’s Gooey Butter Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.


     

    Inspired by Paula Deen, this Gooey Butter Cake has a tender crumb, super-soft filling, and rich butter flavor that lives up to its name.
    Get the Recipe: My Take On Paula Deen’s Gooey Butter Cake

    Juicy Peach Cobbler Cake Made From Scratch

    Juicy Peach Cobbler Cake Made From Scratch. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

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    This Peach Cobbler Cake has all the fresh peach flavor and juicy peaches you love from cobbler, but with a tender cake top.
    Get the Recipe: Juicy Peach Cobbler Cake Made From Scratch

    Sweetly Southern Coca-Cola Cake With Marshmallows

    A metal plate holds a piece of chocolate sheet cake topped with chopped nuts, served alongside two scoops of vanilla ice cream also sprinkled with nuts—a perfect back to school dessert. In the background, there's a baking tray with more chocolate cake and two bottles of Coca-Cola.
    Sweetly Southern Coca-Cola Cake With Marshmallows. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    This chocolate Coca-Cola cake is made with the iconic soda, mini marshmallows, and unsweetened cocoa powder for extra rich chocolate flavor.
    Get the Recipe: Sweetly Southern Coca-Cola Cake With Marshmallows

    Light And Airy Strawberry Mousse Cake

    A piece of strawberry mousse cake with a bite on a fork.
    Light And Airy Strawberry Mousse Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    This 2-layer strawberry mousse cake combines moist vanilla cake with a luscious strawberry mousse for a burst of strawberry in every bite.
    Get the Recipe: Light And Airy Strawberry Mousse Cake

    St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake

    A close-up image of a partially-eaten lemon cake in a rectangular baking dish, with a serving spatula. The cake has a golden-brown crust and is dusted with powdered sugar. You can see a piece has been removed, showing a moist and crumbly interior.
    St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Rich and delicious, St. Louis Butter Cake is a classic dessert packed with buttery flavor and a gooey filling.
    Get the Recipe: St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake

    From Scratch Chocolate Mud Cake With Marshmallow Frosting

    A piece of cake with a bite taken out.
    From Scratch Chocolate Mud Cake With Marshmallow Frosting. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This rich, decadent cake recipe has a moist chocolate cake base topped with gooey marshmallows and a homemade butter frosting.
    Get the Recipe: From Scratch Chocolate Mud Cake With Marshmallow Frosting

    Strawberry Jelly Cake With Cream Cheese Icing

    Strawberry Poke Cake in a baking pan.
    Strawberry Jelly Cake With Cream Cheese Icing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Loaded with fresh strawberry sauce and a cream cheese whipped topping, this updated Strawberry Poke Cake will be your new go-to dessert.
    Get the Recipe: Strawberry Jelly Cake With Cream Cheese Icing

    Caramel Heath Bar Cake

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    Caramel Heath Bar Cake. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Caramel Heath Bar Cake, better known as “Better Than Sex Cake”, starts with a German chocolate cake mix. Sweetened condensed milk is poured into the holes and then it’s topped with Cool Whip and crushed Heath bars. So EASY and delicious
    Get the Recipe: Caramel Heath Bar Cake

    Fresh Cherry Coffee Cake With Raspberries

    A square serving of coffee cake with raspberries on the side.
    Fresh Cherry Coffee Cake With Raspberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Make a brunch or breakfast meeting exceptional by serving a cherry coffee cake with fresh fruit instead of streusel.
    Get the Recipe: Fresh Cherry Coffee Cake With Raspberries

    Buttermilk Cake With Praline Topping

    A square of cake with a bite taken out.
    Buttermilk Cake With Praline Topping. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Try this buttermilk cake that is moist and topped with a delicious brown sugar praline topping for a simple and easy recipe.
    Get the Recipe: Buttermilk Cake With Praline Topping

    Chocolate Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Two squares of chocolate cake with cream cheese frosting.
    Chocolate Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Chocolate cake with a decadent cream cheese swirl throughout and then topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting.
    Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Effortless Cherry Dump Cake

    Effortless Cherry Dump Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    As delicious as it is easy to make, this Cherry Dump Cake is made with cherry pie filling, cream cheese, and a box of yellow cake mix.
    Get the Recipe: Effortless Cherry Dump Cake

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    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

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