One-Bowl Vanilla Almond Sheet Cake

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-10 · Updated 2026-07-10

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This moist vanilla almond sheet cake comes together in one bowl with simple pantry staples and is perfect for any occasion. This recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 12 Desserts cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract
1/4 cup sliced almonds

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch sheet pan and set aside.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt.
Step 3: Add 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter, 1 cup whole milk, 2 large eggs, 2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp almond extract to the dry ingredients. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat for 2-3 minutes until smooth and well combined.
Step 4: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle 1/4 cup sliced almonds evenly over the surface.
Step 5: Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the cake edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before slicing and serving.